Floods have been a recurring challenge for Assam from "summary" of The History of Assam by Priyam Goswami
Assam has faced the perennial issue of floods throughout its history. The Brahmaputra River, which flows through the state, is known for its unpredictable nature and tendency to overflow during the monsoon season. The heavy rainfall in the region, combined with the melting snow from the Himalayas, often leads to disastrous flooding in Assam. The impact of these floods on the people of Assam has been devastating. Homes are destroyed, crops are washed away, and lives are lost every year due to the overflowing rivers. The floodwaters bring with them destruction and despair, leaving behind a trail of devastation that takes years to recover from. Despite efforts to mitigate the impact of floods, the problem persists. The construction of embankments along the rivers has been one such measure taken to prevent flooding. However, these embankments are often breached due...
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