Beyond politics, humanity takes the lead as Dhing MLA reaches flood-hit Upper Assam with relief

Amid the widespread devastation caused by the recent floods in Upper Assam, relief efforts have continued to draw support from across political and social divides, underscoring a growing message of solidarity in the face of one of the region's worst humanitarian crises.

After AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal and social worker Mustaq Anfar extended assistance to flood-affected communities in Upper Assam, Dhing MLA Mehboob Muktar on Sunday, July 26 joined the relief efforts by dispatching and personally distributing essential supplies among displaced families in the flood-ravaged districts.

Beginning his journey early in the morning from Dhing in Nagaon district, Muktar travelled with truckloads of food items and other relief materials valued at several lakh rupees to Sivasagar, one of the worst-affected districts. Upon reaching the inundated areas, the legislator waded through floodwaters alongside volunteers to personally hand over relief materials to residents who continue to grapple with the aftermath of the deluge.

Mukhtar was accompanied by Raijor Dal president and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi during the relief distribution programme, with both leaders interacting with affected families and assessing conditions on the ground.

Addressing the gathering during the relief drive, Muktar stressed that humanitarian concerns must transcend political and religious identities during times of crisis.

"At this moment, there is neither a Hindu nor a Muslim—there are only human beings. Political identity and religious identity are insignificant in the face of this humanitarian crisis," he said.

Describing the suffering of the people of Upper Assam as immense, the Dhing MLA said the relief initiative was only a modest attempt to stand beside those who have lost homes, livelihoods and belongings in the floods.

He added that he would consider himself fortunate if his efforts could provide even a small measure of support to those enduring the crisis.

The relief campaign comes as thousands of families across Upper Assam continue to face severe hardships despite floodwaters beginning to recede in several areas. With large-scale damage to homes, agricultural land and public infrastructure, humanitarian assistance from government agencies, civil society organisations and public representatives remains crucial for affected communities struggling to rebuild their lives.