PM Modi assures all help to Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh Governments to battle flood crisis
PM Modi yesterday spoke to senior Ministers and officials in this regard
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken stock of the situation arising out of excessive rainfall in many parts of the country including Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
PM Modi yesterday spoke to senior Ministers and officials in this regard.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister's Office said, local administrations, National Disaster Response Force and State Disaster Response Force teams are working to ensure the well-being of those affected.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated that he gave detailed information to the Prime Minister about the loss of life, property and crops, the condition of roads, operation of Char Dham Yatra and Kanwar Yatra in the state.
Mr Modi also held a telephonic conversation with Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
Briefing the Prime Minister about the loss of life and property in the state, Mr Sukhu urged for a special economic package from the Central government.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is undertaking rescue operations in Punjab, Haryana Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand states affected by heavy rainfall, floods and landslides.
