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ADB Sanctions $182 Million Loan for Assam Flood & Erosion Management

February 11, 2026
Current Context: On 10 February 2026, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved an additional USD 182 million loan for Assam.
ADB Sanctions $182 Million Loan for Assam Flood & Erosion Management
  • The project strengthens flood and soil erosion management along the Brahmaputra River, covering 11 districts.
  • It supplements the earlier USD 200 million loan (2023) under the Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Project.
  • Key measures include embankment upgrades, riverbank protection, flood forecasting, and early warning systems.
  • The initiative aims to reduce rural poverty, safeguard livelihoods, and enhance climate resilience.

Question:

Q.1 On 10 February 2026, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved an additional loan of how much for Assam?
a) USD 150 million
b) USD 182 million
c) USD 200 million
d) USD 220 million

Answer: b) ADB approved an additional USD 182 million loan to strengthen flood and erosion management in Assam.
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