Union Home Minister Amit Shah has taken proactive steps to address the escalating flood situation in Assam, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat. In separate telephonic conversations with Chief Ministers Himanta Biswa Sarma, Yogi Adityanath, and officials from Gujarat, Shah assessed the impact of heavy rainfall, which has led to rising water levels and widespread flooding across these states. He assured the state governments of Central assistance and support from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to manage the crisis effectively.
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- Amit Shah spoke with CM Himanta Biswa Sarma regarding the severe flood situation in Assam.
- He also communicated with CM Yogi Adityanath to discuss the flood impact in Uttar Pradesh.
- Gujarat Chief Minister was briefed by Shah on the flood scenario in the state.
- Central assistance and NDRF support were assured to all three states.
- Assam has reported a death toll of over 90 and widespread displacement across 18 districts.
- More than 5 lakh people in Assam are affected, with Cachar district being the worst-hit.
- In Uttar Pradesh, nearly 18 districts and over 900 villages are impacted by increased water levels.
- Yogi Adityanath conducted an aerial survey and directed officials to aid affected areas.
- In Gujarat, heavy rainfall inundated low-lying areas and impacted transportation on national highways.
- Disaster response teams were deployed in Gujarat to manage flooding and water drainage efforts.
