Assam Cabinet Recommends CBI Probe into July Floods in Sivasagar and Charaideo

**GUWAHATI, November 4, 2026:** The Assam Cabinet has recommended a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the causes of the severe floods that affected Sivasagar and Charaideo districts in July 2026. The decision was taken during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on November 3. The proposed investigation aims to examine the reasons behind the flooding in the two Upper Assam districts. **Government to Send Formal Request to CBI** Following the Cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the state government would send a formal request to the CBI within the next 10 days. However, the recommendation does not mean that the CBI investigation has already started. The decision to take up the case will depend on the concerned central authorities and the agency. **Focus on the Causes of Flooding** The proposed inquiry is intended to examine the circumstances and underlying causes of the July floods in Sivasagar and Charaideo. The disaster affected communities in Upper Assam and raised concerns about flood management, preparedness and the protection of people living in vulnerable areas. **Why Is the Inquiry Important?** Flooding remains a major concern for several districts of Assam, particularly during the monsoon season. An investigation into the July incident could help establish the circumstances behind the disaster and identify issues that may require attention from the authorities. The findings of any investigation may also help inform future planning and disaster-management measures. **Current Status** As of November 4, 2026, the Assam Cabinet has recommended the CBI inquiry. The formal request is expected to be sent by the state government within the announced timeframe. Confirmation of the CBI accepting or beginning the investigation is still awaited. **PARBIJUL INDIA** *Reporting on Assam, India and the World.*