President Enquires About Assam Flood Situation, Calls CM Biswa Sarma
President Ram Nath Kovind, called Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and enquired about the prevailing flood situation, on July 5. During the telephonic conversation, Sarma informed about Assam's flood scenario and the ongoing relief and rescue operations is underway. "Extremely grateful for his concern. It will boost our morale in overcoming this situation,' tweeted Sarma. Furthermore, Assam's devastating floods this year claimed 180 lives and affected 90 lakh people.