Chitrakoot, Sep 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on a day-long visit to flood-affected Chitrakoot, on Sunday conducted an aerial survey and ground inspections of the areas affected by the floods.
The Chief Minister met hundreds of families affected by the flooding of Mandakini river, enquired about their hardships, and also distributed ration kits and relief material to them.
Providing immediate assistance, CM Adityanath also handed over cheques of Rs 1.2 lakh each to three flood victims whose homes had been washed away in the floods. He also distributed land allotment certificates to some beneficiaries.
The administration is currently conducting a survey, and similar assistance will soon be provided to other affected people as well.
While distributing relief material, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assured the public that Uttar Pradesh government stands firmly with flood victims in this time of crisis.
"No affected person needs to worry. The government will provide every possible assistance, without any discrimination, to all affected people from every section of society," the Chief Minister said.
CM Adityanath issued strict instructions to officials that negligence at any level in relief operations would not be tolerated.
The Chief Minister visited the spot to understand the suffering of flood-hit people and review the latest status of relief operations.
A couple of flood victims who received the aid and assistance from Chief Minister Adityanath praise the administration for the timely help and expressed heartfelt gratitude.
Rani and Manju, residents of the Sitapur Malkana area, said, "Our entire house was submerged in the flood, and all our household belongings were destroyed. Today, the Chief Minister came and gave us ration kit, which has brought us great relief. The Chief Minister has also assured us that a new house will be built for us."
Another flood victim, Gyan Singh, said, "My mud house collapsed in the flood. Today, I received a ration kit and also an assurance that a house will be built for me."
After visiting the flood-affected areas, the Chief Minister held a review meeting with the local administration and directed officials to restore normalcy and expedite rehabilitation efforts.
Source: IANS
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