Prime Minister Narendra Modi today declared a 1,000 crore aid package for urgent relief efforts in Gujarat, which has been devastated by Cyclone Tauktae.
The prime minister announced after an aerial survey of the affected areas in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath, Amreli, and Bhavnagar districts and Diu.
He has declared a compensation of Rs. 2 lakh for the families of those killed in cyclone-related events across many states. Those involved in such accidents will be compensated for an amount of Rs 50,000.
“To determine the situation in the aftermath of Cyclone Tauktae, an aerial survey was conducted over parts of Gujarat and Diu. The central government is coordinating closely with all of the cyclone-affected states “According to the Prime Minister.
“In all affected states, ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh will be issued to the next of kin of those who died as a result of Cyclone Tauktae. The injured will get $50,000. The Government of India stands in complete solidarity with those affected and will provide them with all necessary assistance “He said.
Following the aerial survey, Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a meeting in Ahmedabad to revisit relief efforts in Gujarat and Diu.
According to a government statement, one-time assistance of Rs 1,000 crore will be given to Gujarat, with additional assistance to be provided after an inter-ministerial team visits the state to determine the extent of the loss.
The Prime Minister also assessed the state’s pandemic condition. During his visit, he was accompanied by Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and other officials.
According to the government statement, immediate financial support will be provided to the other impacted states after they share their evaluation with the center.
The cyclone made landfall between Diu and Una in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath district last night. In the state, 45 people were killed in cyclone-related incidents.
