Assam: Storm wreaks havoc in Indo-Bhutan border; three narrowly escape death

In a devastating turn of events, a fierce storm wreaked havoc along the Indo-Bhutan border, particularly in the regions of Dimakusi, Bagrital, Sonajuli, Shuklai, Rajagarh, and Dakshin Kalikhola, situated in Udalguri district. The tempest's wrath spared no mercy, claiming the lives of numerous innocent individuals across the state, while leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.

Amidst the chaos, a heartening tale of survival emerged from South Kalikhola, where a family of three narrowly escaped death. Khirod Das, Ritumoni Das, and Phulmati Das, residents of South Kalikhola village, were jolted from their sleep as massive coconut trees crashed down, obliterating two neighboring houses and rendering them homeless.

Tragically, other families in the vicinity, including those of Khagen Das, Jaidhar Das, Chinanda Das, Rabindra Das, and Indra Mandal, also bore the brunt of the storm's ferocity, suffering extensive damage to their properties and livelihoods.

The aftermath of the tempest left a scene of desolation, with numerous households left in ruins and farmlands uprooted. The disruption extended beyond physical structures, as power remained elusive due to the wreckage strewn across roads, including colossal trees, bamboo slippers, and electric poles.

In the face of such adversity, affected families have united in their plea for aid, urging both the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) and the Assam government to provide compensation for their losses. The demand for assistance underscores the urgent need for support in rebuilding shattered lives and communities in the wake of this natural disaster.