The recurring floods in Assam can be attributed to a combination of natural and man-made factors. These include:

• Geographical location of Assam prone to heavy rainfall and floods
• Excessive rainfall and increase in the water level of the Brahmaputra river and its tributaries
• Poor management of river embankments and inadequate drainage systems
• Deforestation and soil erosion leading to siltation and blockages in river channels
• Encroachment of wetlands and floodplains for agricultural and urban activities
• Climate change and global warming leading to erratic weather patterns and extreme rainfall events
• Lack of effective flood forecasting and warning systems
• Slow pace of relief and rehabilitation efforts by the government and other organizations

Unless these factors are addressed comprehensively, the people of Assam will continue to face the devastating impacts of floods on their lives and livelihoods.