Lagatar24 Desk
New Delhi. June 25: Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, called Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday and promised him all possible assistance considering the dire flood situation in Assam.
The government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is firm, as it has been with the Assamese people during difficult times, said Amit Shah in a tweet.
“Due to heavy rain, the people in parts of Assam are braving a flood-like situation. I have spoken to CM Shri @himantabiswa Ji and assured all possible assistance. NDRF teams are already on the ground conducting relief and rescue operations and adequate forces are on standby. The Modi government stands firm as it has always been with the people of Assam in these difficult times,” tweeted Shah.
In response, CM Sarma expressed appreciation for the Home Minister’s prompt action and worries about the Assam flood situation.
“Gratitude Hon’ble Home Minister for your proactive response & concern regarding the flood situation in Assam. The Assam Government is on high alert and providing all assistance to the affected persons. We are grateful to Hon PM Shri @narendramodi Ji for all the help to the state from the Government of India,” Tweeted the CM.
Gratitude Hon'ble Home Minister for your proactive response & concern regarding the flood situation in Assam. The Assam Government is on high alert and providing all assistance to the affected persons.
We are grateful to Hon PM Shri @narendramodi Ji for all the help to the state… https://t.co/PgsQjyBA5g
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) June 25, 2023
According to the Assam Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the flood situation in Assam has somewhat improved, although 4.01 lakh people are still affected in 15 districts.
In 14 flood-affected districts, the district administration has established 101 relief camps and 119 relief distribution centres, and 81352 individuals have taken refuge in these relief camps.
On the other hand, many people are still finding refuge in embankments, highlands and roadways.
