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Kerala's Chief Minister has revealed that the state is still waiting for Rs 260 crore in central assistance for Wayanad landslide victims. The state had originally requested over Rs 2,200 crore based on detailed damage assessments. Kerala is also pushing for national disaster status and loan waivers for affected families. Meanwhile, rehabilitation work continues with a new township project expected to be ready by 2026.

Key Points: Kerala Yet to Get Rs 260 Crore Central Aid for Wayanad Landslide

  • Kerala initially sought Rs 2,262 crore for landslide rehabilitation efforts
  • Post-disaster assessment revised requirement to Rs 2,221.10 crore
  • State demands national disaster status and loan waivers for survivors
  • Rehabilitation township project progressing on 64 hectares in Elston Estate
  • 295 beneficiaries have consented to move into new houses
  • Project completion expected by January 2026 timeline
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Kerala yet to receive centre's Rs 260 crore aid for Wayanad landslide: CM Pinarayi Vijayan

CM Pinarayi Vijayan reveals Kerala still awaiting Rs 260 crore central assistance for Wayanad landslide victims despite approval, seeks national disaster status.

"It is learnt that the centre has decided to allot financial assistance of Rs 260.65 crore. The amount is yet to be received. - Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan"

Thiruvananthapuram, September 30

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Tuesday informed the legislative assembly that the state has not yet received the Rs 260.65 crore in financial assistance reportedly sanctioned by the centre for landslide-hit Wayanad.

Responding during Question Hour, Vijayan recalled that the state had initially sought Rs 2,262 crore from the union government for rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts, based on a preliminary assessment. A subsequent Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) pegged the requirement at Rs 2,221.10 crore to support survivors, dependents, and those who lost their livelihood.

The proposal was reviewed by the sub-committee of the National Executive Committee (SC-NEC), which also held discussions with a state-level panel headed by Chief Secretary A Jayathilak.

"It is learnt that the centre has decided to allot financial assistance of Rs 260.65 crore. The amount is yet to be received," the Chief Minister said.

Vijayan reiterated Kerala's demand that the Wayanad landslide be declared both a "national disaster" and a "disaster of severe nature." He added that the state had also sought the intervention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to restore Section 13 of the Disaster Management Act, which would enable loan waivers for survivors.

"No favourable reply has been received so far," he noted.

Regarding rehabilitation, the Chief Minister stated that work on the township project for survivors is progressing on 64.4705 hectares of land acquired at the Elston Estate.

So far, 295 beneficiaries have given their consent to move into new houses, with an additional 49 added to the list following appeal reviews. The project is expected to be completed by January 2026.

- ANI

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Shreya B
As someone from Wayanad, I can tell you the situation is still very difficult for many families. They lost everything in the landslides. The government needs to understand that rehabilitation isn't just about money - it's about restoring lives and livelihoods.
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Michael C
While I understand the state's frustration, we should also consider that central funds go through proper verification processes. Maybe there are procedural delays rather than intentional withholding. Both governments should work together for the people.
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Priya S
The loan waiver request is crucial! People who lost everything can't be burdened with loan repayments. Section 13 of Disaster Management Act should definitely be restored for such calamities. 🙏
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Arjun K
January 2026 is too far away for the township project completion. People need proper housing now, not after 2+ years. The pace of rehabilitation work needs to be accelerated significantly.
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Kavya N
This is not just Kerala's problem - it's India's problem. When one state suffers, we all suffer. The centre should treat this with the urgency it deserves. Natural disasters don't wait for bureaucratic processes.

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