Kangana Ranaut hailed for advocating for timely relief measures for flood-affected regions in Himachal
Kangana Ranaut
has been winning praise on social media for raising strong and relevant concerns in Parliament regarding the flood crisis in Himachal Pradesh, particularly in her constituency Mandi.
In the wake of recent cloudburst incidents that wreaked havoc, Ranaut called for accountability, transparency, and urgency in the distribution of relief aid. In a video that has since gone viral on social media, the star can be seen questioning the lack of clarity surrounding the utilisation of funds meant for disaster relief.
Call For Transparency
'Crores of rupees are being sent from the central government to the state. I want to know — what work is being done, and how much work is being done with these funds?' Ranaut asked while addressing Parliament.
She further added the need for transparency in the financial assistance being provided. "The state government has not even acknowledged the amount sent by the Centre," she stated.
Fans Applaud Kangana
Ranaut's remarks had fans of the actress sharing her videos from Parliament, and applauding her for speaking up for her constituency while also raising valid and good points.
Flood Relief
Himachal Pradesh continues to battle the aftermath of heavy rainfall and repeated cloudbursts in the area.
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A report earlier in the day stated that a total of 343 roads remain blocked, 551 power distribution transformers (DTRs) are disrupted, and 186 water supply schemes are out of service across various districts.
According to the latest reports, as reported by PTI, the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) stated that landslide activity across the state remains largely under control, with most monitored locations reporting low-risk status.
Key areas under moderate landslide alert include Jutogh in Shimla, Dagshai and Dakshi in Solan, and Sanarli-2 and Tattapani in Mandi district. However, officials have emphasised that these zones remain operational and are being closely tracked.
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