Assam flood: Centre committed to providing all-round assistance, says BJP MP Dilip Saikia
Guwahati, July 29
Assam BJP president and Lok Sabha MP Dilip Saikia on Wednesday said that the Centre has assured all possible assistance to the flood-ravaged state, adding that the Union government is committed to supporting the people of Assam in relief, rehabilitation and long-term reconstruction efforts.
Speaking to reporters after discussions on the flood situation, Saikia said an Inter-Ministerial Central Team is currently in Assam to assess the extent of damage caused by the devastating floods. He said the team has been reviewing the situation on the ground and holding discussions with the state government and other stakeholders.
Saikia said the state government has already submitted a preliminary report to Prime Minister Narendra Modi detailing the losses suffered in the recent floods. According to him, the report covers damage to agriculture, infrastructure, houses and other public assets, besides highlighting the plight of thousands of affected families.
"The Prime Minister has assured us that the Central government will extend all possible support to Assam during this difficult period. He has expressed concern over the hardships faced by the people, particularly in Upper Assam, and has assured that adequate assistance will be provided for relief and rehabilitation," Saikia said.
The BJP leader said the Centre is also considering measures to ensure long-term support for flood victims instead of limiting assistance to immediate relief. He noted that special attention is being given to farmers who have suffered extensive crop losses, as well as families whose homes were damaged or destroyed in the floods.
Saikia further said the Prime Minister was informed about the ongoing relief measures being undertaken by the Assam government as well as assistance being provided by BJP workers in the affected districts.
He said party workers have been actively engaged in distributing relief materials and extending support to flood-hit families. Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Modi, Saikia said the Centre has always stood by Assam during natural disasters and remains committed to helping the state recover from the present crisis.
He expressed confidence that the Union government would continue to provide the necessary financial and logistical assistance for the rehabilitation and restoration of normalcy in the flood-affected areas of the state.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Good to know the Centre is taking this seriously. Floods in Assam are annual tragedies, and long-term solutions like embankment repairs, drainage, and disaster preparedness are long overdue. I hope this time they focus on permanent infrastructure instead of just immediate doles. Kudos to BJP workers who are helping on ground! 🤝
Dilip Saikia ji has been active in flood relief, but the speed of central assistance is frustrating. The damage is huge—crops washed away, houses destroyed, families displaced. The Inter-Ministerial team should announce immediate funds, not just assessments. Assam needs more than 'assurance' from Delhi right now. 😞
I'm from the US and have been reading about the Assam floods. It's devastating to see the scale every year. Hope the central government's support translates into real change. The focus on long-term reconstruction sounds promising, but timely execution is key. Praying for the affected families. 🙏
Every year it's the same story—floods, destruction, promises. We need a proper flood management plan, not just relief. The Brahmaputra needs better dykes and early warning systems. Dilip Saikia should press for more funds in Parliament. Our farmers are struggling, and many have lost everything. This is their livelihood! 😢
Having lived through flooding in the UK, I know how crucial immediate response is. It's good that the Centre is showing commitment, but the real test is whether the funds reach the affected families quickly. Assam is a beautiful state
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