Trans-boundary river crossing China, India, Bangladesh
The Brahmaputra floods have affected hundreds of thousands in Assam as cloudbursts and heavy monsoon rains have swelled rivers, submerging villages and disrupting life. Authorities have deployed rescue teams and relief camps are in use as waters recede in some districts.
Rains have kept Brahmaputra and other rivers above danger levels in Assam, displacing hundreds of thousands and submerging farmland. Relief camps are operating as authorities assess damage and plan payouts amid mounting health and food security concerns.
A global report shows 2025 was among the driest years for river flows in 35 years, with groundwater and glaciers dwindling. Major river systems are under stress from drought, pollution and overexploitation, prompting calls for action and data-sharing to protect communities and economies.