PM Modi to Visit Himachal Pradesh to Assess Damage Caused by Natural Disasters

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday, September 9, to review the damage caused by recent natural disasters such as flash floods and landslides. During his visit, Modi will hold a meeting with Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and senior BJP leaders of the state. The PM is also expected to conduct an aerial survey of the affected districts, including Mandi, Kullu, and Chamba, where over 366 lives have been lost, and 41 people are still missing. The state government has announced a relief package, including compensation of Rs 7 lakh for families whose homes have been completely destroyed.

Key Takeaways:

  • PM Modi to hold a meeting with CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and senior BJP leaders in Himachal Pradesh on September 9.
  • The PM is expected to conduct an aerial survey of the affected districts, including Mandi, Kullu, and Chamba.
  • Over 366 lives have been lost, and 41 people are still missing due to recent natural disasters in Himachal Pradesh.
  • The state government has announced a relief package, including compensation of Rs 7 lakh for families whose homes have been completely destroyed.
  • Infrastructure damage is estimated to be around Rs 4,080 crore, affecting both government and private properties.
  • Two teams from the Centre have already arrived in Himachal Pradesh to assess the damage in the affected districts.
  • CM Sukhu has been consistently demanding a special relief package from the Centre for Himachal Pradesh.

Statistics:

  • 366 lives lost in Himachal Pradesh due to recent natural disasters.
  • 41 people still missing in Himachal Pradesh.
  • Rs 4,080 crore estimated damage to infrastructure in Himachal Pradesh.
  • 29,000 domestic livestock perished in Himachal Pradesh during the monsoon period, including 26,955 poultry birds and 1,991 other domestic animals.
  • Rs 7 lakh compensation package announced by the state government for families whose homes have been completely destroyed.

Sources:

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