Indian Army Conducts Rescue Operations Amid Assam Flood Crisis

In a significant humanitarian effort, the Indian Army has rescued 27 civilians stranded in Arun Chapori village, Dhemaji district, due to severe flooding caused by relentless rainfall. The operation, conducted in collaboration with the National Disaster Response Force, highlights the Army's commitment to disaster relief alongside its primary defense responsibilities. As Assam faces a new wave of floods affecting over 45,500 people, the Army's swift response and provision of immediate relief underscore the critical role of military support during natural disasters. The situation remains dire, with extensive damage reported across multiple districts.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 30, 2026, 12:03 IST

Rescue Efforts in Dhemaji District

Army's Spear Head Division prepares a rubber boat for flood rescue operations in Dhemaji on Monday night. (Photo:@Spearcorps/X)

Guwahati, June 30: The Indian Army successfully rescued 27 individuals trapped in the flood-affected Arun Chapori village located in Assam's Dhemaji district on Monday, as heavy rainfall and rising water levels exacerbated the flooding situation throughout the region.

The operation was executed by the Spear Head Division of the Indian Army in collaboration with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and local authorities, as part of a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) initiative.

Army personnel were promptly deployed after reports indicated that villagers were stranded due to the flooding caused by continuous rainfall and a sudden increase in water levels.

In addition to the rescue, Army teams provided immediate assistance to the affected residents.

Officials emphasized the Army's vital role during natural disasters, stating that humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations are essential to its mission, alongside its primary duty of protecting the nation's borders.

"Service knows no boundaries; humanity remains our highest duty," the Army stated, reiterating its dedication to aiding those in need during crises.

This rescue operation occurs as Assam faces a new wave of flooding, driven by heavy rains in the state and neighboring Arunachal Pradesh.

As reported by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), over 45,500 individuals have been impacted across various districts, including Chirang, Dhemaji, Dibrugarh, Lakhimpur, and Nalbari.

Dhemaji is the most severely affected district, with more than 41,000 individuals impacted, followed by Dibrugarh with nearly 4,000 and Chirang with around 800 residents suffering from the floods.

The ASDMA's latest flood report indicated that one person was swept away by strong currents in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji on Monday.

Currently, authorities are managing 12 relief camps and distribution centers across two districts, providing shelter to 655 displaced individuals.

In the last 24 hours, the administration has distributed 519.8 quintals of rice, 93.52 quintals of dal, 28.2 quintals of salt, and 2,815.57 liters of mustard oil to families affected by the floods.

The flooding has submerged 257 villages and damaged 4,278.52 hectares of agricultural land statewide. Additionally, floodwaters have compromised embankments, roads, bridges, and other infrastructure in several areas.

The ASDMA reported that the Disang River is currently flowing above the danger level at Nanglamuraghat, with over 76,161 domestic animals and poultry also affected by the extensive flooding.

With inputs from agencies