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Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt has appealed for public support for flood-hit Assam, saying the state is facing one of its toughest periods. Sharing a note on Instagram, she said more than 60 people have died and lakhs have been displaced. Alia stressed the need for immediate relief and long-term recovery assistance for affected people.

The visuals of the Assam floods are disheartening. Many people have lost their lives, many have lost their homes, and people in the state are finding it difficult to even get the basic amenities. Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt on Tuesday shared a note on her Instagram Story urging people to support the victims of the floods.

She wrote, "Right now, floods are affecting so many parts of our country, with Assam being among the hardest hit, facing an incredibly challenging time. More than 60 lives have been lost. Lakhs of people have been displaced. Entire families have lost their homes, their land, their livestock... and for some, even the people they love (sic)."

She further wrote, "It happens every year and it still catches us off guard. Assam needs immediate relief right now, and it'll need support for the long road to recovery (sic)."

Alia also posted that she would be sharing a few ways on how to support and help the people of Assam.