Relief Fund News - Latest Updates & Headlines
"Deeply saddened": PM Modi expresses condolences over Chitradurga accident, announces ex-gratia
New Delhi, December 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic mishap in Chitradurga district, Karnataka, in which 10 people have lost their lives.
Himachal Pradesh: Nauni Horticulture University Staff Donates one day's salary to CM Relief Fund
Solan, December 19: In a humanitarian gesture to support the state, the Vice Chancellor of Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Prof. R.S. Chandel, contributed one day's salary from the University staff to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund.
Gujarat CMRF gives 2,106 cancer patients a new lease of life in 4 years
Ahmedabad, Dec 14: The Gujarat government's Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) has emerged as a critical safety net for citizens in moments of acute distress. From natural disasters and accidents to life-threatening illnesses and advanced medical procedures, the scope of the fund has steadily expanded.
Rs 1,300 crore released for poor patients from CM's Fund in one year: Yogi Adityanath
Noida, Nov 27: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Thursday that the state's "Double Engine" government is guaranteeing quality healthcare to the poorest of citizens, highlighting that he released Rs 1, 300 crore for the needy from the CM's Relief Fund in one year.
Uttarakhand: Renowned Mountaineer Bachendri Pal donates ₹10 lakh to Chief Minister's Relief Fund
Dehradun, November 15: Padma Bhushan awardee and renowned mountaineer Bachendri Pal donated Rs 10 lakh to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund on Saturday.
Trinamool slams Centre for not releasing funds to Bengal following natural calamity
Kolkata, Oct 22: The Trinamool Congress on Wednesday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre for not releasing funds to West Bengal which was battered by floods and landslides earlier this month.
Rajasthan: CM Bhajan Lal Sharma Approves Financial Assistance to dependents of fire accident
Jaipur, October 16: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Thursday approved financial assistance for the dependents of those who lost their lives and the injured in the fire accident involving an AC sleeper bus travelling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur, a press release said.
Jaisalmer bus tragedy: Rajasthan govt approves Rs 10 lakh each for families of the deceased
Jaipur, Oct 16: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday approved financial relief of Rs 10 lakh each for the families of those killed in the Jodhpur–Jaisalmer Highway bus tragedy.
Himachal Pradesh: TVS Motors contributes Rs one crore towards Chief Minister Relief Fund
Shimla, October 15: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday was presented a cheque worth Rs 1 crore from YS Guleria of TVS Motors, as a contribution towards the Chief Minister's Relief Fund, according to an official release.
Mumbai Cricket Association donates Rs 1.25 crore to Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support farmers
Mumbai, October 15: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has contributed a sum of Rs 1.25 crore towards the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support farmers affected by the recent heavy rains in Maharashtra, according to a release.
BJP questions Trinamool govt's decision to seek donations for landslide-affected North Bengal
Kolkata, Oct 14: As the Mamata Banerjee government has taken a decision to create a special relief fund seeking public donations for flood and landslide-affected North Bengal, the BJP on Tuesday questioned the motive.
Uttarakhand CM Dhami approves Rs 9.81 crore under State plan for construction of motor road from Doonikhal to Ratidhat
Dehradun, October 9: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami approved an amount of Rs 9.81 crore under the State Plan for the construction of a motor road from Doonikhal to Ratidhat in the Betalghat block of Nainital, stated a release.
Karur stampede: DMK MLA Senthil Balaji distributes first instalment of relief cheques to affected families
Karur, October 8: Dravika Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MLA Senthil Balaji on Wednesday distributed the first instalment of relief cheques worth Rs 50,000 each from the Chief Minister's Public Relief Fund to 45 families affected in the recent Karur stampede.
SBI contributes Rs 1.55 crore to Haryana CM Relief Fund
New Delhi, October 4: Officials of the State Bank of India (SBI) today handed over a cheque of Rs 1,55,00,000 to Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini as a contribution to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. Development and Panchayat Minister Krishan Lal Panwar was also present on the occasion.
11 dead in Madhya Pradesh after trolley carrying devotees overturned during Durga immersion
Khandwa, October 3: Eleven people lost their lives after a trolley carrying devotees overturned during a Durga idol immersion in Jamli village of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh. The bodies of all eleven people have been recovered and are sent for post-mortem, Khandwa Collector Rishav Gupta said.
Solan's Arhati Association donates over Rs 16 lakh for Himachal CM Disaster Relief Fund
Shimla, October 1: Arhati Association of Solan in Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday donated over Rs 16 lakh to the Disaster Relief Fund to assist people affected by calamities.
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai extends greetings on Maha Navmi
Raipur, October 1: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai extended greetings of Navratri's final day, Maha Navami, on wednesday.
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai expresses gratitude to MP CM Yadav for flood relief support
Raipur, October 1: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai thanked Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav for donating Rs 5 crore to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund for the flood victims of Chhattisgarh on Wednesday.
Maharashtra Agriculture Minister to donate one-month salary to CM relief fund, seeks to help flood victims
Mumbai, September 30: Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Dattatray Vithoba Bharne on Tuesday decided to donate his one-month salary to the Chief Minister's (CM) Relief Fund to assist those affected by floods in Marathwada and other regions in the state.
Maharashtra: Sri Siddhivinayak Temple Trust donates Rs 10 Crore to CM Relief Fund for flood victims
Mumbai, September 29: Extending a helping hand to flood-affected families across Maharashtra, the Sri Siddhivinayak Temple Trust has announced a donation of Rs 10 crore to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to aid ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts.
Maharashtra flood: No one will be deprived of assistance, assures Deputy CM Shinde
Mumbai, Sep 24: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday announced that no one will be deprived of assistance especially during the current crisis scenario that arose due to heavy rain and floods in Dharashiv district and other parts of the state.
Uttarakhand: Akhara Parishad pays courtesy visit to CM Dhami, contributes 34 lakhs to CM relief fund
Haridwar, September 21: A delegation from the Akhara Parishad paid a courtesy visit to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday at Damkothi, Haridwar, and contributed Rs 34 lakh to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund for the reconstruction of areas affected by the recent natural calamity in Uttarakhand, said a press statement from the CMO.
Punjab AAP counters BJP on SDRF usage, releases official data
Chandigarh, Sep 13: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab on Friday countered the false propaganda being spread by BJP leaders over the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and released official figures to substantiate its claims.
Gujarat govt aiding citizens in healthcare with Chief Minister's Relief Fund
Gandhinagar, Sep 11: As Bhupendra Patel-led Gujarat government completes four years in power, the state support in healthcare services has stood out as its defining achievement. Through the Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF), the state government is extending financial assistance to citizens who cannot afford expensive treatments during critical and life-threatening illnesses.
Rs 84 crore aid in 4 years, CMRF is saving lives in Gujarat: Govt
Gandhinagar, Sep 11: As Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel marks four years in office on Saturday (September 13), the Gujarat government has underlined the role of the Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) in making healthcare accessible to citizens facing severe medical crises.
Punjab BJP blames govt for presenting irrational data to secure central aid for floods
Chandigarh, Sep 10: Punjab BJP Chief Sunil Jakhar, on Wednesday, launched a scathing attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, accusing it of presenting irrational data to secure central aid, which is ultimately harming the people now and will continue to do so in the future.
UP CM Yogi flags of 48 trucks of relief materials to flood-affected states
Saharanpur, September 8: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday flagged off 48 trucks carrying relief materials for flood victims of Uttarakhand, Punjab and Himachal Pradesh.
Assam CM Sarma announces Rs 5 crore to Himachal CM Relief Fund for flood relief
Guwahati, September 7: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday expressed deep condolences over the devastating floods in Himachal Pradesh and announced a contribution of Rs 5 crore from the people of Assam to the state's Chief Minister's Relief Fund to aid relief and rehabilitation efforts.
National awardee teachers Association donate Rs 1.25 lakh for Punjab flood relief
Chandigarh, September 7: Marking Teachers' Day with a spirit of service and compassion, members of the National Awardee Teachers Association (NATA) Punjab have contributed Rs 1.25 lakh towards the Chief Minister's Flood Relief Fund to aid victims of the recent floods in the state.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces Rs 5 crore aid for Punjab flood relief
New Delhi, September 6: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday announced that the Delhi government will contribute Rs 5 crore to the Punjab Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support the state in its ongoing crisis.
Himachal Pradesh HC questions six-month extension to chief secretary; Rs 5 lakh fine redirected to disaster relief fund
Shimla, September 6: The Himachal Pradesh High Court has deferred to September 22 the hearing on a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the six-month extension granted to Chief Secretary Prabodh Saxena, while also allowing the state government to redirect a previously imposed fine of Rs 5 lakh towards a High Court-administered disaster relief fund.
Haryana govt gives Rs 5 crore assistance each to flood-hit Punjab, J&K
Chandigarh, Sep 2: Expressing solidarity with the people of Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir, who are facing floods caused by heavy rains, the Haryana government said on Tuesday that it has released a financial assistance of Rs 5 crore to both states, each from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund.
Kejriwal appeals for donations as Punjab faces deadliest floods in 37 years; AAP leaders to donate 1 month's salary
New Delhi, Sep 2: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday appealed to the nation to come forward and extend financial support to flood-hit Punjab, which is reeling under its deadliest floods in the last 37 years. He announced that all MPs and MLAs of the AAP will donate one month’s salary to the Punjab Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, urging people to contribute generously.
Maha: Treatment for poor to be provided through crowd-funding and tripartite agreement
Mumbai, July 21: Treatment will be provided from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to poor and needy patients in Maharashtra through crowdfunding and a tripartite agreement, said the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) on Monday.
Northeastern states present united front before 16th finance commission; Mizoram CM highlighted key issues
Aizawl, July 8: Chief Ministers and representatives from seven Northeastern states held a consultative meeting with members of the 16th Finance Commission in New Delhi. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma also attended and presented the state's key demands and concerns.
J-K: Govt announces relief for victims of Handwara bus accident
Kupwara, April13: J&K CM's Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani responded to the Handwara bus accident in Kupwara district, where two girls died during an excursion. He announced relief from the CM Fund Rs. 1 lakh for the deceased, Rs. 50,000 for the seriously injured, and Rs. 25,000 for those with minor injury.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Manjhi hears the grievances of people
Bhubaneswar, March 3: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Manjhi on Monday, along with Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan, heard the grievances of the people.
Union Minister visits fire-hit Surat textile market, announces Rs 11 lakh relief
Surat, March 1: Union Jal Shakti Minister and Gujarat BJP President C.R. Patil visited the fire-stricken Shivshakti Textile Market, where a massive blaze reduced over 500 of the 800 shops to ashes.