Sivasagar, July 29 -- The Nepalikuti area under Assam's Sivasagar district's Nazira Assembly constituency is reeling from the aftermath of a devastating flood, with homes, farmland, livestock and essential belongings washed away, leaving hundreds of families struggling to rebuild their lives.

According to residents, the floodwaters from the Dikhow river entered the area around 11 am on July 19 and caused widespread destruction within a short span of time. Several houses, agricultural fields, cattle sheds, food grains, farming equipment, household items and livestock were swept away in the strong current.

Agriculture and dairy farming were the main sources of livelihood for most families in the area. However, the loss of a large number o...