Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Kharge Criticizes Modi Govt on Northeast Floods, Demands Aid
The Congress party, led by Mallikarjun Kharge, is criticizing the Indian government due to the recent floods in northeastern states.
He claims that the government is not doing enough to help the people affected and is urging them to provide more financial aid.
Kharge specifically mentions the PM CARES Fund, suggesting that the government should utilize it for relief efforts.
He also highlights previous promises from the government to make Assam flood-free, indicating a perceived lack of progress.
Rahul Gandhi, another Congress leader, also expressed his concern about the flood and called for immediate assistance.
Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the Modi government's handling of northeastern floods.
Kharge urged for more funds and action for flood relief and preparedness.
He referenced the BJP's 2016 promise to make Assam flood-free.
Rahul Gandhi appealed for swift rescue and aid to those affected.
Ten deaths were reported in Assam, with over 400,000 affected.
- Who
- Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and the Modi government.
- What
- Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government's response to the flood situation, calling for increased aid.
- When
- Not explicitly mentioned in the article.
- Where
- Northeastern states, particularly Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Sikkim, and Meghalaya.
- Why
- Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the Modi government's handling of the flood situation and demanded more funds.
Congress
Modi Government
Flood Response and Funding
Congress
Congress demands the Modi government release more funds for flood relief and preparedness, particularly in Assam and other northeastern states. They criticize the government for unfulfilled promises to make Assam flood-free.
Modi Government
Not explicitly mentioned in the article.
PM CARES Fund
Congress
Kharge suggests the Modi government utilize the PM CARES Fund for flood relief efforts, pointing out that a large amount of funds remain unaudited.
Modi Government
Not explicitly mentioned in the article.
Political Criticism and Promises
Congress
Congress criticizes the government's handling of the flood situation, accusing them of betraying the state of Assam and focusing on distraction from core issues.
Modi Government
Not explicitly mentioned in the article.
- Affected Regions
- Northeastern states (Assam, Arunachal, Manipur, Sikkim, and Meghalaya)
- Cause
- Heavy rainfall and floods
- Critic
- Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi
- Political Party
- Congress
- Reported Deaths
- 10
- People Affected
- Over 400,000
