Assam Government Launches Major Aid for Flood Hit Farmers

Severe floods in upper Assam have damaged over 17,000 hectares of farmland, affecting nearly 100,000 families in Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, and Golaghat. The floodwaters have covered fields in thick mud, which has made traditional paddy farming impossible in many areas. The state government has started a relief program to help these farmers recover their agricultural losses and secure their livelihoods.

Agricultural Support and New Crops

State Agriculture Minister Pijush Hazarika visited Sivasagar on August 1, 2026, to oversee relief operations. The government is providing farmers with alternative seeds and planting materials, including pulses and sesame, to replace damaged crops. To ensure long-term income, officials are also distributing saplings for fruit and commercial plants like coconut, jackfruit, agar, and apple ber. The government has also set up community nurseries to provide new paddy seedlings for areas where water levels have receded.

Financial Relief and Loan Support

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the launch of the Orunodoi 3.0 scheme on August 1, 2026. This initiative provides an extra ₹2,500 to families in the hardest-hit districts. Furthermore, a six-month break on loan repayments was announced on July 31 for residents in the four most impacted districts. The government is also working with banks and financial companies to provide interest-free advances to those in need.

Future Steps for Recovery

State authorities are planning to hold meetings with insurance companies on August 5 to speed up payments for damaged property and livestock. A formal assessment of the damage to homes and other properties is scheduled to begin on August 7, 2026. The administration aims to complete the construction of temporary and permanent housing for the 192,799 affected people within the next two months.