Kotpad: Sept 1 [UDN}:Zilla Parishad Chairperson Sasmita Mellaka visited several flood-affected areas of Kotpad to take stock of the situation and assess the difficulties being faced by people in the aftermath of the recent floods. During her visit, she interacted with local residents and affected families and took firsthand information about the condition of roads, communication facilities, drinking water, sanitation, healthcare and other essential services.
The visit was aimed at understanding the ground realities in the flood-hit areas and ensuring that necessary assistance reaches the affected people without delay. Several villages and low-lying areas in the Kotpad region have been affected by heavy rainfall and rising water levels, resulting in disruption to normal life. In some locations, residents have faced difficulties in accessing roads and other basic facilities.
During her field visit, Sasmita Mellaka inspected the affected areas and spoke directly with villagers about the problems they had encountered. Residents apprised her of issues related to waterlogging, damaged roads, transportation difficulties, loss of agricultural crops and the need for timely relief and essential supplies.
The Zilla Parishad Chairperson assured the affected people that their concerns would be brought to the notice of the concerned authorities and that necessary steps would be taken to provide support and restore essential services. She emphasized the need for coordinated efforts among the district administration, local representatives and various government departments to deal with the situation effectively.
She also stressed the importance of ensuring that vulnerable families, elderly people, women, children and those who have suffered losses due to the floods receive appropriate assistance. She urged the concerned officials and local authorities to remain vigilant and respond promptly to the needs of people living in the affected areas.
The visit provided an opportunity to review the flood situation at the grassroots level and identify areas requiring immediate attention. The Zilla Parishad Chairperson’s interaction with residents also helped officials understand the specific challenges faced by different villages.
Sasmita Mellaka further called for continued monitoring of the flood-affected areas, particularly those located in low-lying regions, and emphasized the importance of taking preventive measures in case of further rainfall or a rise in water levels. She said that the safety and well-being of the people should remain the top priority during the crisis.
Local residents welcomed the visit and expressed hope that the issues raised during the inspection would be addressed at the earliest. The visit highlighted the administration’s efforts to remain connected with people at the ground level and extend necessary support to communities affected by the floods.
The inspection of the flood-hit areas by Zilla Parishad Chairperson Sasmita Mellaka comes at a crucial time, as restoration of normal life and timely relief remain important priorities in the affected parts of Kotpad. Continued coordination between the administration and local communities will be essential for relief, rehabilitation and the restoration of infrastructure in the region.
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