Cinema VinesActor Adil Hussain, a native of Assam, has voiced his growing frustration with the state’s recurring flood crisis. He said he has witnessed devastating floods every year since his childhood, and this year’s deluge has been even more severe. The actor described his feelings as a mix of anger, sadness and depression, blaming the authorities for their inability to manage the situation over decades.
Hussain highlighted the rapid growth of unplanned townships, the filling of marshlands with industries, and the cutting of trees as key contributors to the problem. He lamented the lack of a thorough investigation into flood‑management solutions, which he believes would help reduce the misery of people living in affected areas.
The actor shared that his own family has been hit hard. His sister’s daughters and their husbands live in Upper Assam’s Sivasagar district, where their homes are submerged in water. He has been trying to find ways to assist them, but the situation remains dire.
In addition to personal efforts, Hussain has kept in touch with singer Papon, who is also working to support those impacted by the floods. The actor urges the public to help and stresses the need for a comprehensive flood‑management plan. He pointed out that while Indian scientists are sending satellites to the moon, many countries—including the Netherlands—have successfully reclaimed land from the sea.
Hussain calls for an expert committee comprising engineers, landscape planners and city planners to devise a solution. He has been using social media to amplify the crisis and appeals to everyone to contribute to relief efforts in Assam.
