Doomdooma, Aug. 23 -- The Communist Party of India (Marxist) held a statewide "Demand Day" on Friday, calling for an investigation into the factors behind the severe floods that affected four districts of Assam last month.

The party also sought a long-term solution to the state's recurring flood crisis, along with adequate relief and rehabilitation for people affected by the disaster.

As part of the statewide programme, CPI(M) units submitted a memorandum containing 14 demands to the Chief Minister through local administrative authorities in different parts of Assam.

The memorandum called for an inquiry into the causes and contributing factors behind the floods in the four affected districts. It also urged the government to adopt measu...