2016 Assam floods

The 2016 Assam floods were a significant natural disaster that struck the northeastern Indian state of Assam in July 2016, affecting millions of residents and leading to widespread devastation. Triggered by incessant monsoon rainfall, the floods primarily impacted districts such as Kaziranga, Dhemaji, and Jorhat, inundating homes, agricultural fields, and critical infrastructure. The Brahmaputra River and its tributaries overflowed, displacing over 1.5 million people and causing extensive damage to the region's economy and environment. Response efforts involved local government agencies, NGOs, and the Indian Army, while rescue operations were hampered by continuing rainfall. The floods highlighted the region's vulnerability to climate change and inadequate flood management strategies.