Asika, Nov 13 (UDN): : Extensive damage was reported across 18 gram panchayats of Dharakote Block due to floods triggered by Cyclone Arnab. A week after the floods, relief distribution has begun in accordance with the assistance announced by the state government.
As part of the initiative, the block administration distributed 50 kg of rice to each affected family in Dasamaili village under Jahada Gram Panchayat, one of the worst-affected panchayats in the block.
The distribution was carried out in the presence of Block Development Officer (BDO) Lipina Das, Tehsildar Lambodar Marandi and Supply Inspector Balakrishna Nayak. Supply Assistant Chitrasen Goud facilitated the distribution of rice to the beneficiaries.
The BDO informed that relief rice distribution would be extended to other gram panchayats from the following day. In addition, eligible beneficiaries will receive financial assistance of ₹2,500 directly into their bank accounts.
The relief measures are aimed at providing immediate support to families affected by the floods and helping them recover from the losses caused by Cyclone Arnab.
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