Assam floods toll rises to 78, heavy rain forecast keeps state on edge

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The death toll has now risen to 78 and more than three lakh people are still affected, reported news agency ANI. #OpJalRahat𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗜𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Amidst the devastating floods in #Assam, the #IndianArmy continues its relentless humanitarian mission under #OpJalRahat. For Assam, 12-20 cm rain in Arunachal’s Papumpare district, which borders the state, is going to be worrisome. Amit Shah takes stock of situationOn Wednesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to review the flood situation. During the conversation, the Union home minister assured Assam of all possible support from the Centre for relief and restoration work.