Paperman Media । Bhubaneswar, October 30
Leader of Opposition and BJD President Naveen Patnaik today reviewed the flood situation in Ganjam district through a telephonic conversation with the District Collector. He sought details about the situation in Hinjili, Sheragada and other affected areas of the district, along with the measures undertaken for the rescue and relief of people affected by the floods.
The District Collector briefed the Leader of Opposition on the ongoing rescue operations, relief measures and steps taken by the administration to address the situation.
Expressing concern over the unprecedented flooding caused by Cyclone Arnab, Naveen Patnaik said the people of Ganjam were facing immense hardships. He expressed his deep concern over their plight and advised the district administration to ensure immediate delivery of essential relief materials and all necessary assistance to the affected people.
To assess the ground situation and evaluate the extent of damage, Naveen Patnaik has deputed a BJD delegation to Ganjam under the leadership of Opposition Chief Whip Pramila Mallik.
The delegation comprises Pratap Jena, Tukuni Sahu, Bikram Panda, Dr. Ramesh Chandra Chyau Patnaik, Chandra Sekhar Sahu, Bhrugu Buxipatra, Chinmay Sahu, Ranjita Sahu and Sanghamitra Dalai.
The delegation will visit the flood-affected areas over two days, today and tomorrow, interact with affected families and assess the extent of damage. It will also hold discussions with the Revenue Divisional Commissioner (RDC) and the District Collector regarding rescue and relief operations.
Following the visit, the delegation will submit a detailed report to Naveen Patnaik.
Meanwhile, Naveen Patnaik has appealed to BJD leaders and party workers in the district to stand by the people during this difficult time and actively extend all possible support and assistance to those affected by the floods.
