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Odisha CM reviews flood hit areas, announces Rs 60 per day as compensation

Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik reviewed the flood situation of Bolangir, Kalahandi, Boudh, Subarnapur and Kandhamal districts of the state. CM also announced Rs 60 to adult and Rs 45 to the child per day in the affected areas as compensation.

Odisha: Naveen Patnaik reviews flood hit areas

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Published : Aug 14, 2019, 5:30 PM IST

Bhubaneswar:Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday reviewed the flood-hit districts of the state and extended seven days gratuitous relief to those affected.

Bolangir, Kalahandi, Boudh, Subarnapur and Kandhamal districts of the state are badly affected by the incessant rains and flash floods.

Odisha: Naveen Patnaik reviews flood hit areas

The chief minister is set to provide Rs 60 per adult and Rs 45 per child per day in the affected areas, the Chief Minister Officer (CMO) said in a statement.

Patnaik interacted with the concerned collectors through video conferencing and asked them about the requirements, the CMO stated.

Also read:43 dead, 3 missing as flood continues to batter Maharashtra

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