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Ludhiana, Oct 12 (IANS) Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya on Sunday visited flood-affected villages in Punjab’s Ludhiana district, met residents, assessed the ground reality and distributed ration kits and essential supplies to the affected families.
The minister visited Sasrali, Boothgarh and Roor villages, which were worst affected by the recent floods.
During his interaction, Bambhaniya heard the grievances and difficulties of the local residents and assured them that the Central Government is fully committed to extend all possible assistance to ensure their speedy rehabilitation and recovery.
He personally handed over ration kits containing essential food grains and daily use items to the affected families, emphasizing that the central government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working to ensure that relief material and assistance reaches every needy household.
He said that the Central Government stands firmly with the people of Punjab in this hour of difficulty and will continue to assist the State in expediting relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts.
During his field visit, the Union Minister also inspected the Sutlej river embankment and reviewed the repair and reinforcement works being carried out to prevent erosion and floods.
He directed the concerned officials to complete the strengthening of the embankment on priority basis and work towards developing a long-term and sustainable flood management strategy to protect the lives and livelihoods of the people living along the river basin.
Addressing officials and local representatives at the site, Bambhaniya highlighted the importance of timely and transparent surveys to assess the damage caused to houses, agricultural land and livestock.
He directed that such surveys should be conducted with sensitivity and impartiality, ensuring that all affected families receive appropriate and prompt compensation.
The minister also reviewed the condition of village roads, culverts and public infrastructure, many of which were damaged in the floods, and directed the district administration to expedite repair and restoration work to bring daily life back to normal as soon as possible.
Reiterating the central government’s focus on citizen welfare, Bambhania said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, the central government has launched several welfare initiatives aimed at improving the lives of common citizens.
–IANS
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