In an act of compassion towards Divyang individuals affected by the ongoing floods in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma personally offered financial aid of Rs 500. The CM encountered the divyang during his assessment of the flood situation when the latter asked for money.
In a series of social media posts, CM Himanta mentioned his encounter with the divyang and affirmed the government’s firm support. He wrote, “We stand firmly with families who have either lost their loved ones or sources of livelihood due to the ongoing floods.”
आज असम में बाढ़ से पीड़ित एक दिव्यांग दोस्त से मुलाक़ात हुई। pic.twitter.com/ktVkeTviUt
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) July 4, 2024
Recently, incessant rainfall has caused the Brahmaputra and its tributaries to flow over the danger level, impacting lakhs of people. Amid this, the CM has begun working at ground level and toured flood-hit areas like Majuli, personally connecting with numerous affected individuals. He assured a quick resolution to their grievances and the settling of all claims.
Over the last few days, incessant rainfall has caused the Brahmaputra and its tributaries to flow over the danger level, affecting lakhs of people.
At Dhemaji & elsewhere, we're deploying all resources, including strengthening embankments with geobags to arrest the water levels. pic.twitter.com/uwg6llSgOX
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) July 4, 2024
“Many of my brothers and sisters in Assam are facing hardships due to the floods. Today in Majuli, I met many families and assured them that we will provide them all kinds of relief as per the rules and in time. Those who have lost their homes will be provided with houses, and those who have suffered any other kind of loss will be compensated,” he added.
बाढ़ के कारण असम के मेरे कई भाइयों और बहनों को परेशानियों से गुजरना पड़ रहा है। आज माजुली में मैं कई परिवारजनों से मिला और उन्हें आश्वस्त किया कि हम उन्हें नियमों के अनुसार और समय रहते सभी प्रकार की राहत प्रदान करेंगे। जिनका घर गया है, उनके लिए घर की व्यवस्था की जाएगी, और जिन्हें… pic.twitter.com/5t7MT2xrlZ
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) July 4, 2024
The Assam floods have also taken a toll on animals and livestock. Highlighting this, CM Himanta shared heart-warming rescue stories that exemplify the integral role of animals and plants in Assam’s society. For instance, locals of Deopani Gubin Rongphar Gaon, with support from the Mobile Vet Unit and CWRC, successfully rescued a baby elephant. This effort, led by the Karbi Anglong Forest Department and Kaziranga Management, demonstrates a strong commitment to animal safety.
The #AssamFloods are tough on our animals and livestock. These heartwarming stories of rescue exemplify the integral role of animals and plants in Assam’s society. pic.twitter.com/7AD9C9r4F2
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) July 4, 2024
Providing an update on the Assam floods, CM Himanta Sarma stated that the situation is under control and will improve if there are no further rains in Arunachal and South Tibet. He assured the public, “Be it funds or the support of NDRF and the Armed Forces, the Central Government is standing completely with the people of Assam.”
“At Dhemaji and elsewhere, we’re deploying all resources, including strengthening embankments with geobags to control water levels,” added the CM.
