Karnataka CM reviews situation as rains continue to batter several parts of state
India Today
Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Friday chaired a meeting to review the situation as torrential rains continue to batter several parts of the state.
Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Friday chaired a meeting of district in-charge Ministers and Deputy Commissioners of 13 rain-affected districts to review the situation as torrential rains continue to batter several parts of the state.
The Karnataka CM said that a total of 12 people had lost their lives so far in various rain-related incidents since June 1, adding that rains will continue for another three to four days at various places across the state.
Directions have been issued to repair the roads immediately to restore transport and communication. “In case of landslides, immediate measures should be taken to clear the roads,” the CM said.
The CM further said that precautionary measures should be taken to prevent loss of life and property. According to officials, a total of 495 people have been affected by rain and floods in the state so far, 90 people have been rescued, and 90 people are being provided shelter in relief centres.
“A total sum of Rs 735 crore is available with the DCs to take up rescue and relief operations,” the CM added.
Noting that orders have been issued to immediately release Rs 10,000 each to those whose houses have been damaged or inundated, the CM said, a report should be provided in a couple of days about the extent of damage caused to houses by Zilla Panchayat engineers, so that compensation can be provided under A, B and C categories.
Instructions have also been given to prepare a report on the extent of crop damage once the rain stops, also regarding the damaged roads, and to immediately restore electric poles.
