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Time of India
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Set up multi-sectoral team for natural disasters, says Amit Shah
Amit Shah NEW DELHI: In view of the increasing frequency and intensity of natural disasters and the need to mitigate losses, Union home minister Amit Shah on Sunday directed the formation of a multi-sectoral central team. Shah recently held a review meeting on the natural disasters in Himachal Pradesh, where massive loss of lives and livelihoods have been reported due to an increase in the frequency and intensity of cloudbursts, flash floods, landslides and torrential rainfall, causing widespread damage to infrastructure and environmental degradation in the state. The multi-sectoral central team would comprise experts from National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) Roorkee, Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) Pune, and Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore. To provide immediate relief to affected people in Himachal Pradesh, the Union govt has already deputed an Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) for a first-hand assessment of the damages. IMCT is visiting the affected areas of the state from July 18-21. A high-level committee chaired by Shah has already approved an outlay of over Rs 2,006 crore to Himachal Pradesh for recovery and reconstruction in areas affected by disasters like floods, landslides and cloudbursts in 2023, releasing the first instalment of this package (Rs 451 crore) on July 7. Earlier on June 18, Centre released an instalment of Rs 198 crore for relief measures in Himachal Pradesh under State Disaster Response Fund.
NDTV
5 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Centre To Study Cloudburst After Himachal Suffers Rs 1,000 Crore Damage
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that a central team would soon visit the state to study the cloudburst and the damage caused by the flash floods in the state. CM Sukhu met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Tuesday and apprised him that the state had suffered damages amounting to around Rs 1000 crore, even as the monsoon had just begun. Speaking to the media, the CM said, "A discussion was held with the Home Minister regarding the disaster that struck Himachal Pradesh. The disaster has caused significant damage. The Home Minister stated that he will personally visit Himachal Pradesh in the coming days. He has instructed the concerned official that there is a need to study the cloudburst incidents. A central team will soon visit Himachal Pradesh to study the cloudburst and the damage caused by the disaster. I have also raised the issue of a special relief package, and the Home Minister said that it would be considered after the central team visit." During the meeting, CM Sukhu informed Home Minister Shah that precious lives had been lost and key infrastructure, including roads, bridges, buildings, irrigation schemes, water supply schemes and electricity supply systems, had been severely affected during this disaster. The Chief Minister requested support from the Central Government for relief and restoration works. He further said that natural disasters had become a recurring phenomenon since 2023 and the state had incurred cumulative losses of approximately Rs 21,000 crore over the last three years, as per the release. He added that the state government was making every effort to provide relief to the affected people through the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF). However, due to the repeated occurrence of such disasters, it had become increasingly difficult for the state to undertake restoration works and rebuild infrastructure with its limited resources. CM Sukhu also held a discussion with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari regarding the NH road projects. CM Sukhu said, "We had a discussion with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari regarding the National Highway and NHAI. We have asked the minister that, as a disaster has hit the state, we should get funds under the Central Road Fund (CRF). The minister has said that he will consider all the issues."
India Gazette
10-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
NDA remains committed to build disaster-resilient India: Dharmendra Pradhan on Centre's approval funds for flood-affected states
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan appreciated the Centre's approval of Rs 1066.80 crore for flood-affected states, including Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Kerala, and Uttarakhand, on Thursday. Minister Pradhan stated that the funds are part of the central share under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and aim to bolster disaster preparedness and support rescue, relief, recovery, rebuilding, and rehabilitation efforts. Pradhan highlighted the government's commitment to supporting states in times of need. He emphasized that the PM Modi-led government is dedicated to building a disaster-resilient India. In a post on X, Pradhan said, 'PM narendramodi ji's govt. stands shoulder to shoulder with States when they need the most. Approval of 1066.80 crore for flood, cloudburst and landslide affected States of Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Kerala and Uttarakhand as a part of the central share under SDRF will bolster disaster preparedness and add more strength to rescue, relief, recovery, rebuilding and rehabilitation efforts. In addition logistic assistance, including deployment of requisite teams of NDRF, Army and Air Force is also being provided to complement disaster response. Under the leadership of PM Modi and stewardship of HM Shri AmitShah, the NDA govt. remains committed to build a disaster-resilient India.' The Central government on Thursday approved the release of Rs 1,066.80 crore to the states of Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Kerala, and Uttarakhand, which were affected by floods and the six flood affected states, Assam received Rs 375.60 crore, Manipur Rs 29.20 crore, Meghalaya Rs 30.40 crore, Mizoram Rs 22.80 crore, Kerala Rs 153.20 crore, and Uttarakhand Rs 455.60 crore, as Central share from State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF), mentions a Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) data. 'These states have been affected due to extremely heavy rainfall, floods and landslides during the south-west monsoon of this year,' said the MHA. Highlighting the Centre's effort for the welfare of states, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said through a post on X handle that 'Modi govt stands resolutely beside the states in all situations.' '...Today the central government has approved Rs 1066.80 crore for flood- and landslide-affected states of Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Kerala, and Uttarakhand as part of the Central share under SDRF. More than Rs 8000 crore from SDRF/NDRF funds has been provided to 19 states this year. Apart from financial aid, providing all logistic assistance, including deployment of requisite NDRF, Army, and Air Force, has been our priority,' Shah mentioned. This year, according to the MHA data, the Centre has already released Rs 6,166.00 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to 14 states and Rs 1,988.91 crore from the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) to 12 states. In addition, the data pointed out that Rs 726.20 crore released from the State Disaster Mitigation Fund (SDMF) to five states and Rs 17.55 crore from the National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF) have also been released to two states. 'Central Government has also provided all logistic assistance, including deployment of requisite NDRF teams, Army teams and Air Force support to all the flood, landslides, and cloudburst affected States. During the ongoing monsoon, 104 teams of NDRF are deployed in the 21 states and Union Territories for rescue and relief operations,' It added. (ANI)
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Central govt releases Rs 1,066 cr for flood, landslides affected states
The Central Government on Thursday approved the release of Rs. 1,066.80 crore to flood, landslides, affected states of Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Kerala and Uttarakhand. "Today the central government has approved Rs 1066.80 crore for flood- and landslide-affected states of Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Kerala, and Uttarakhand as part of the Central share under State Disaster Response Fund ," Union Home Minister Amit Shah said. Among the six affected states, Assam received Rs. 375.60 crore, Rs. 29.20 crore was given to Manipur, Rs. 30.40 crore to Meghalaya, Rs. 22.80 crore to Mizoram, Rs. 153.20 crore to Kerala, and Rs. 455.60 crore to Uttarakhand, as Central share from State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF). These states have been severely affected due to extremely heavy rainfall, floods and landslides during the south-west monsoon. This year, Centre has already released Rs. 6,166.00 crore from SDRF to 14 States and Rs. 1,988.91 crore from NDRF to 12 States. In addition, Rs. 726.20 crore has been released from State Disaster Mitigation Fund (SDMF) to five States and Rs. 17.55 crore from National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF) have also been released to two States. Live Events "More than Rs 8,000 crore from State Disaster Response Fund /National Disaster Response Fund has been provided to 19 states this year," Shah said. The government has also provided logistic assistance, including deployment of requisite NDRF teams, Army teams and Air Force support to all the flood, landslides, cloudburst affected States. During the ongoing monsoon, 104 teams of NDRF are deployed in the 21 States/UT for rescue and relief operations. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
The Hindu
09-07-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
Ballari officials told to be prepared for possible floods
KALABURAGI With increasing outflows from the Tungabhadra dam and the river nearing flood levels, Ballari Deputy Commissioner Prashant Kumar Mishra has directed officials to stay prepared for any emergency. Chairing the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) meeting at the Deputy Commissioner's office on July 8, he instructed tahsildars of flood-prone areas, especially in Kampli and Siruguppa taluks, to initiate precautionary measures, including relocation of vulnerable populations to safer locations. The Deputy Commissioner informed that the Tungabhadra reservoir has filled up earlier than expected this year due to heavy rainfall in the Malnad region. 'The Irrigation Consultative Committee (ICC) has decided to retain only around 80–85 tmcft of water, and release the rest into the river. The situation calls for heightened alertness in low-lying villages along the riverbank,' Mr. Mishra said. DDMA Officer Parmesh informed that the reservoir currently held 76.731 tmcft of water against the total capacity of 105.788 tmcft, with an inflow of 54,550 cusecs and an outflow of 61,645 cusecs. He clarified that the Kampli and Gangavathi bridges would be submerged only if the discharge crosses 1,00,000 cusecs. 'In such a scenario, two villages in Kampli and one in Siruguppa are likely to be affected. Temporary relief centres are already being prepared,' he said. The DC instructed tahsildars to conduct daily inspections, warn residents against venturing into the river, and ensure protection of lives and livestock, apart from stressing the importance of proactive planning to prevent casualties, or damage to crops. Joint Director of Agriculture Somasundar reported a 49% rainfall deficit in June and a 45% deficit so far in July, though forecast indicated potential rainfall in the coming days. 'Sowing of kharif crops like cotton, corn, and tur has begun, and there is still a window for further sowing,' he said. Mr. Mishra told tahsildars to visit their respective taluks, gather field-level data on rainfall shortages, and coordinate with the Agriculture Department to submit reports to the government of Karnataka. During the meeting, the DC reviewed the status of projects taken up under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF), and sought updates from the departments concerned. Mr. Mishra handed over the proceedings to Additional Deputy Commissioner Mohammed Zubair before leaving to attend to other commitments. The meeting was attended by DDLR Pramod, and officials from the PWD, Animal Husbandry, Horticulture, and other district-level departments, along with tahsildars from five taluks via video conference.
