two rivers. Now, however, this canal has been blocked at several places through embankments and landfills to pave the way for road transport and construction works. Karimganj and the Barak valley have been prone to serious flooding for decades. The recent floods that caused significant damage were in 1976, 1988, and 2007.

Wildlife

The forests of Karimganj were once rich in wildlife but are now vanishing due to hunting, deforestation, and urbanisation. Rare species found in the region include the

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