Assam Government releases Rs 100 crore for flood preparedness
Why in News?
- The Assam government has proactively released ₹100 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to bolster flood preparedness across 35 districts and 39 co-districts ahead of the impending monsoon season. This advance funding aims to facilitate essential flood protection measures and ensure the timely distribution of relief materials to affected populations.
Important Key Points:
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District-Level Preparedness: District Commissioners have been instructed to implement flood mitigation strategies and oversee the distribution of gratuitous relief to those impacted.
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Hydrological Concerns: Recent heavy rainfall in Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, and Meghalaya has led to rising water levels in several rivers. Notably, the Kopili Hydro-Electric Project released excess water through the Khandong dam, posing a potential threat to the Kampur area in Nagaon district.
