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Union Minister Nadda Visits Flood-Hit Sivasagar in Assam

Union Minister Nadda Visits Flood-Hit Sivasagar in Assam
Union Minister JP Nadda Visits Flood-Hit Sivasagar In Assam · deccanchronicle.com

Heavy floods hit a place in India called Assam, damaging homes, farms and animals.

A big leader from the central government, Mr. Nadda, went to see the damage.

He was joined by the Chief Minister of Assam, Mr. Himanta Biswa Sarma.

They visited small villages called Bihubor, Nepali Khuti and Santak.

The roads were covered in mud, so Mr. Nadda even rode a tractor part of the way.

He told the people that the government would give all the help they need.

He promised money to repair losses and support rebuilding homes and farms.

He said the damage is so huge that it will take time for normal life to return.

He praised the state government for helping people quickly.

Mr. Sarma thanked him and hoped the Prime Minister would hear about the situation.

Key facts

Affected District
Sivasagar, Assam
Visited Villages
Bihubor, Nepali Khuti (Nepalikhuti), Santak
Key Officials
J.P. Nadda (Union Health Minister), Himanta Biswa Sarma (Assam Chief Minister)
Key Assurance
Full central financial assistance for relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction
Reported Damage
Extensive loss of property, crops and livestock
Damage Assessment
Central teams assessing the scale of damage
Location
Near the Assam-Nagaland border
Travel Conditions
Mud-covered roads; minister travelled partway by tractor

Quotes

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister J.P. Nadda

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister

“"Nadda ji has personally seen the extent of the destruction. I am confident that he will convey the situation to the Prime Minister so that the people of Assam receive all the support required for relief and rehabilitation."”
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“"On behalf of the Government of India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, I assure Himanta Biswa Sarma and all of you that there will be no shortage of relief assistance."”
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