Assam flood, landslides claim 14 lives

Tribune News Service

Guwahati, June 18

Flood and landslides have so far claimed 14 lives in Assam where six districts are reeling under flood, affecting about 5.5 lakh people. While 11 persons have been killed in flood, three died in landslides at Dima Hasao hill district, according to the latest flood report of Assam State Disaster Management Authority.

The state government has set up 437 relief camps so far spread over the six affected districts of Nagaon, Hojai, Golaghat, Cachar, Hailakandi and Karimganj. About 1.6 lakh flood-hit have been lodged in those camps.

Landslides occurring in Mahur, Harangajao, Maibong areas under Haflong revenue circle in Dima Hasao districts have affected 30 villages and claimed three lives. Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday took stock of the flood situation in Karimganj district and directed the Deputy Commissioner to speed up relief and rescue operations.