The Northeast region of India is grappling with severe floods and landslides in the early days of June 2025, prompting a robust response from the central government. Relentless monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across multiple states, including Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Sikkim, Tripura, and Mizoram, leading to significant loss of life, displacement, and damage to infrastructure.

As of June 3, 2025, the death toll across the Northeast has risen to 47. Assam is the worst-hit, with 17 fatalities reported. Arunachal Pradesh follows with 12 deaths, while Meghalaya and Mizoram have each reported six deaths. Sikkim has recorded three deaths, Tripura two, and Nagaland one. The deluge has affected over 6.33 lakh people in Assam alone, spanning 21 districts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stepped in, assuring full support to the affected states. He has personally spoken with the Chief Ministers of Assam (Himanta Biswa Sarma) and Sikkim (Prem Singh Tamang), as well as the Governor of Manipur (Ajay Bhalla), to assess the on-ground situation and coordinate relief efforts. Modi has pledged the Centre's commitment to providing all possible assistance for relief and rehabilitation. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has echoed this sentiment, affirming that the Modi government stands firmly with the Northeast during this crisis.

In Assam, the flood situation remains critical, with the Brahmaputra River and its tributaries flowing above the danger level at several points. Over 5.15 lakh people across 22 districts have been affected, with Sribhumi being the worst-hit, impacting over 1.94 lakh residents. Other severely affected districts include Cachar, Nagaon, and Lakhimpur. The state government has established 322 relief camps and distribution centers, providing shelter to approximately 185,000 people. The floods have also submerged 12,610.27 hectares of cropland, exacerbating the crisis for agrarian communities.

Manipur is also facing a dire situation, with over 56,000 people affected by flash floods triggered by overflowing rivers and breached embankments. More than 10,000 houses have been damaged, and at least 57 relief camps have been opened, primarily in the Imphal East district, the worst-affected area in the state. The Indian Army and Assam Rifles are conducting extensive rescue operations under "Operation Jalrahat-II," having rescued nearly 1,000 people from flood-hit areas in Imphal East and West districts.

Sikkim has also been severely impacted, with continuous rainfall causing widespread landslides, particularly in the Mangan district. This has disrupted road access to key tourist destinations and damaged bridges. Around 1,678 tourists were successfully evacuated from Lachung and Chungthang, while over 100 remain stranded in Lachen.

In Meghalaya, heavy downpours have affected 86 villages across 10 districts, resulting in six deaths. Ri Bhoi, East Khasi Hills, and West Garo Hills are among the worst-affected districts. Landslides, often linked to hill cutting along National Highway 6, have been a major concern.

The central government's response includes deploying personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) for rescue and relief operations. Medical teams have also been dispatched to provide assistance, focusing on preventing the outbreak of secondary health crises.

While the immediate focus is on rescue and relief, there is growing emphasis on the need for long-term solutions. Experts are calling for improved early warning systems, better urban planning, and more robust flood management plans to mitigate the impact of recurring monsoon disasters in the region. Some voices are also urging for investigation into potential causes like sudden release of dam waters for the exacerbated flooding. There have also been calls for greater transparency and allocation of resources from funds like the PM CARES Fund.

The India Meteorological Department has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall in parts of the Northeast in the coming days, underscoring the need for continued vigilance and preparedness.