Reliance Foundation Launches Comprehensive Flood Relief Efforts in Assam

In the wake of devastating floods that have struck Assam, the Reliance Foundation has stepped in to provide extensive humanitarian aid and recovery initiatives in the most severely impacted districts, particularly Sivasagar and Charaideo. This initiative aims to restore essential services and support the local population as they begin to recover from one of the worst flood disasters in recent memory. The floods have tragically resulted in the loss of 81 lives and have affected over seven lakh individuals across twelve districts, submerging nearly 900 villages. While floodwaters have receded in many regions, more than three lakh people are still grappling with the aftermath, facing ongoing challenges such as damaged infrastructure, disrupted livelihoods, and power outages that hinder recovery efforts.

To address these urgent needs, the Reliance Foundation has mobilized its Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) expert teams to collaborate closely with the Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department. Their primary focus is on restoring the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) drinking water schemes that were compromised by the floods. Teams are actively engaged in repairing and reactivating water supply projects in Nazira, Santak, and other severely affected areas within Sivasagar and Charaideo districts. In addition to restoring water supply, the Foundation is conducting village-level sanitation and water purification initiatives. This includes disinfecting water sources to ensure access to safe drinking water and promoting hygiene practices to mitigate the risk of waterborne diseases in the aftermath of the floods. To further support affected households, water filter kits are being distributed, providing immediate access to clean drinking water.