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JP Nadda visits Assam flood-hit Sivasagar villages
NDTV··5 Aug
Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Wednesday visited flood-hit Nepalikhuti in Assam's Sivasagar district with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, touring by tractor to assess damage. Nearly 90 people have died and more than 1.22 lakh remain affected across five districts after overnight rains raised fresh inundation fears. Nadda assured central help for relief, rehabilitation and compensation.
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What It Means For You
- Residents in Sivasagar and nearby districts can expect continued central and state relief coordination after the ministerial survey.
- Families seeking compensation should watch for outcomes of the evening review Nadda said would guide next steps.
- People in relief camps can note public-health checks are part of the visit mandate beyond immediate food and shelter aid.
What's Happening
- JP Nadda and Himanta Biswa Sarma inspected flood-hit Nepalikhuti and other parts of Sivasagar and Charaideo.
- Officials reported nearly 90 deaths and more than 1.22 lakh people still affected across five Assam districts.
- Nadda said the Centre would provide financial assistance, rehabilitation and compensation for property losses.
Why Assam Flood Tours Pair Relief With Health Checks
- After major inundation, disease surveillance becomes as urgent as food and temporary shelter.
- Ministerial field visits often unlock faster central fund and logistics decisions for state disaster machinery.
- Overnight rain risks show recovery can reverse quickly while monsoon systems remain active over the Northeast.
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