Cinema VinesIndian actress Bhumi Pednekar has joined the relief mission in Assam, where the state is still grappling with the aftermath of devastating floods. Partnering with the Bharat Disaster Relief Foundation (BDRF), she travelled to the hardest-hit districts to hand out aid and solar-powered lights to families struggling without electricity.
Pednekar posted a video from the night of her arrival, showing her driving through flooded roads that Google Maps still marked as passable. She explained that even at 11 pm the water level had not receded for the past three weeks, making navigation and rescue operations perilous. The clip highlighted her distributing solar lights to households, a move aimed at protecting residents from snakes and other reptiles that thrive in stagnant water.
In the video, Pednekar also spoke with flood victims, handing out food and relief packets. She emphasized that a light after sunset is “more than just a necessity; it brings safety, comfort, and hope” for families living in temporary shelters. The actress noted that volunteers from BDRF were present at all hours, underscoring the relentless nature of the relief work.
Earlier footage showed Pednekar walking through knee‑deep water and arriving at a house surrounded by water in a boat, illustrating the extent of the flooding. She was not alone in the effort; actor Randeep Hooda joined the NGO Global Sikhs in Sivasagar district to serve hot meals, while comedian Samay Raina donated ₹10 lakh to the CM Relief Fund.
Despite her active participation in the relief drive, Pednekar has faced criticism on social media for her earlier comments about protestors in Delhi. Her remarks about the CJP protest sparked debate over her stance on education reforms and the use of abusive language towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Nonetheless, her current focus remains on providing tangible support to those affected by the Assam floods.
