Assam flood situation deteriorates,over 16 lakh displaced

People are crossing a flooded road on a tractor trolley in Hojai district of Assam, India, on July 4, 2024. The flood situation in Assam is further deteriorating with over 16.5 lakh population affected in 29 districts, with the major rivers flowing above the danger level across the state, officials are saying. Eight people are dying in the state after drowning in flood waters.