Cinema VinesBollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar has taken to Instagram to call on the public to rally behind relief efforts in Assam, a state that has been devastated by severe flooding. In a series of videos and captions, she highlighted the scale of the crisis, noting that around 750,000 people have been evacuated, more than 40 lives have already been lost, and entire villages and livestock have been washed away. Pednekar urged viewers to donate urgently and to spread the message to amplify the call for help.
In her posts, Pednekar reflected on the nationwide response to last year’s floods in Punjab, where people from across India—Punjab, Jammu, Bihar, Maharashtra—contributed supplies and support. She said, “We showed a sense of community service. You sent so many donated supplies; that time has come again. This time, Assam needs us.” She specifically requested food, mattresses, sanitation supplies, and evacuation assistance for the affected communities.
The actress’s appeal was met with gratitude from Assam’s political and cultural leaders. The Chief Minister’s office, headed by Himanta Biswa Sarma, thanked Pednekar for standing with Assam during the crisis, noting that her support meant a great deal to every affected family. Singer Nilotpal Bora also expressed appreciation, mentioning that he had reached out to other Bollywood stars who had generously stepped forward to help, and encouraged Pednekar to continue highlighting the work of NGOs on the ground.
Despite the emotional appeal, the situation remains dire. The CM’s office confirmed that the death toll had risen to 66, underscoring the urgent need for continued assistance. Pednekar’s videos, which show submerged areas in Assam and even parts of Gujarat, aim to bring attention to the ongoing devastation and mobilize resources for those displaced and suffering.
With her background in journalism and a decade of experience in print and digital media, Pednekar brings a keen eye for storytelling to her advocacy. She has long been a passionate film enthusiast, and now she is using her platform to support a humanitarian cause, urging the Indian public to act swiftly and compassionately in the face of Assam’s flooding crisis.
