One arrested for breaking Barak Dam in Silchar, Assam

Of Assam Waste One was arrested on charges of breaking a dam on the Barak River in the district. The breach caused great devastation in Silchar. Many people drowned and the city was flooded. Six accused have been identified in the incident. One of the accused, Kabul Khan, was interrogated and later arrested.

His voice was recognized in the video and action was then taken. The accused made a video of the break-in. The video was shown to the people when Assam Chief Minister Hemant Biswa Sarma visited the area. The voice of the accused was identified from this.

Government officials allege that the floods on the Barak River caused a flood in Silchar. Government officials described the floods as man-made. However, some also said the dam was already damaged. An inquiry has been launched into the matter.