Andhra Pradesh govt. taking steps to rescue Telugu people stranded in flood-hit Sikkim
The Andhra Pradesh government is taking steps to rescue the Telugu people stranded at Lachung in Sikkim under the guidance of Union Minister of Civil Aviation K. Rammohan Naidu in view of the prevailing situation caused by massive flooding and landslides.
According to an official release, action has been taken to evacuate the affected families, including Vizianagaram tahsildar Kurmanadha Rao and his family, who were trapped for the last three days. The family comprises M. Uma (38), Deekshitha (15), and Jayansh Narayana (6).
Following directions from M. Ravi Chandra, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, an AP Bhavan team kept in touch with Ananth, Collector, and Superintendent of Police of Chungtan Arun Tatal in Mangan district, and other local authorities for assistance. Additionally, Sridhara Rao, DGP of Sikkim, has been playing a vital role in facilitating help for the stranded families.
Currently, access roads to the flooded areas are blocked due to landslides. Restoration efforts are expected to be completed by June 2. All individuals are reported to be safe, and the AP Bhavan is taking every precaution to facilitate their safe return.
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