Odisha announces ₹1,000-crore aid for flood-hit areas
Nearly 9.40 lakh people affected in six districts; over 3.70 lakh evacuated to safer locations; CM says additional funds will be released after detailed assessment of damage
Odisha's Chief Minister announced a ₹1,000-crore relief package for flood-affected areas on Tuesday, targeting six districts where nearly 9.40 lakh people have been impacted. The second round of flooding has led to the displacement of over 3.70 lakh individuals, with 550 relief camps set up to provide cooked meals. Free kitchens will persist until the crisis subsides.
Rainfall in Odisha since June has exceeded 1,100 mm, the highest in 25 years, fueling the flooding. The government has lost six lives so far, though the death toll in the most recent flooding is yet to be confirmed. Victims of snakebites, initially feared, have all survived. Small and marginal farmers with 33% or more crop damage will receive agricultural input subsidies, direct benefit transfers for seeds, and free vegetable kits.
Post-flood pest management will receive a 75% subsidy, while lift irrigation projects damaged by the floods will be repaired. Compensation will be provided for livestock losses, boat and fishing net damage, and artisans and weavers will receive ₹5,000 each for replacing tools and covering material and product losses. The relief package is based on preliminary estimates, with additional funds to be provided following a detailed damage assessment of the affected districts.
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