Officials visit flood-affected villages, relief op continues
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Kanpur: Rescue and relief work continued in flood affected villages near Yamuna in Ghatampur tehsil. District magistrate Jitendra Pratap Singh and additional district magistrate, on Sunday, finance and revenue, supervised the administrative team on location.
Sub-divisional magistrate Abhichal Pratap Singh conducted an inspection of the affected villages with the flood PAC team at approximately 10am, assessing the arrangements.
Officials reported that community kitchens distributed meals to affected families in Katri, Katar, Gadatha, Hardouli, and Mahuapurwa.
The sub-divisional magistrate accompanied MLA Saroj Kuril during visits to Gadatha and Katri villages.
The MLA distributed relief supplies in the village by a motorboat. He provided sweets and biscuits to children, and checked on residents' conditions. Several families were also provided items for protection from mosquitoes.
Meanwhile, the Yamuna's water level showed a steady decline. The irrigation department provided regular updates to the public. In Gadatha village water level has dipped by two metres.
Relief centres continue to operate in Katri, Katar, Gadatha, and Hardouli, offering food, potable water, medicines, and other vital services.
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The revenue team and PAC forces maintain constant patrols to assist residents.
Animal healthcare services including vaccine administration and medical treatment were also provided. Mobile veterinary units are also operational in the area. The Ghatampur CHC health team visited villages to provide medical care and distribute medicines.
The 37th Battalion PAC demonstrated exceptional flood management. Skilled personnel remain engaged in rescue and relief activities.
Sub-divisional magistrate Abhichal Pratap Singh urged affected families to keep children away from deep water, pits, or stagnant water. He emphasised special attention for elderly and disabled individuals, advised against entering waterlogged areas without protection, and requested immediate notification to authorities when necessary.
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