Prime ਮੰਤਰੀ Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Assam ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ Himanta Biswa Sarma, Sikkim ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ Prem Singh Tamang, and Manipur Governor Ajay Bhalla to review the serious flood situation caused by heavy rains in the region.
He assured them of full support from the Central ਸਰਕਾਰ to help manage the crisis and carry out relief efforts.
After the call, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma shared on social media that he updated the Prime ਮੰਤਰੀ about the ongoing situation in Assam. He explained that continuous rainfall in Assam and nearby states has led to major flooding, affecting many lives. He also briefed the PM about the relief operations being carried out by the state ਸਰਕਾਰ.
CM Sarma said PM Modi was deeply concerned and promised complete assistance for relief and rehabilitation work.
So far, at least 34 ਲੋਕ have lost their lives due to the floods across the northeastern region. Landslides have also been reported in some areas. The weather department has warned of continued rainfall, which may worsen the situation.
