The flood situation in the northeastern Indian state of Assam has significantly worsened, claiming 15 lives and affecting over 600,000 people. The three main rivers flowing through the state—Barak, Kopili, and the Barak tributary Kushiara—are currently above the danger level.

As of last Friday, the number of flood-affected people in Assam was 350,000. This number has nearly doubled to over 600,000 within a day. The floods were triggered by the aftermath of Cyclone Rimal and subsequent heavy rains, with the situation deteriorating rapidly. At least 10 districts have been impacted, with Nagaon being the worst affected, accounting for more than 250,000 of the flood-affected population.

Disaster Response Force teams are conducting continuous rescue operations, though many roads have been destroyed, severing communication lines in numerous areas. Train services across the state have been disrupted.

To manage the crisis, the Assam police and district administration have imposed night-time movement restrictions. Large areas of the state capital, Guwahati, remain submerged.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast more heavy rain in the coming days, which could exacerbate the situation and lead to further damage. Rescue and relief operations are ongoing as authorities strive to mitigate the impact of the floods.