Cyclone Arnab: SRC Sanctions Over Rs 107.70 Crore Relief for Affected Families in Ganjam, Koraput

The Odisha Government has sanctioned more than Rs 107.70 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to provide cash assistance to families affected by Cyclone Arnab in Ganjam and Koraput districts.

Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) has approved the funds following the relief package announced by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi for cyclone-affected families.

As per the approved allocation, Ganjam district will receive Rs 107 crore, 44 lakh and 55 thousand, while Rs 26 lakh and 27 thousand will be provided to Koraput district.

Under the Chief Minister’s relief package, each eligible affected family will receive Rs 2,500 as cash assistance.

In Ganjam district, a total of 4,29,782 affected families will benefit from the financial assistance. Similarly, 1,051 affected families in Koraput district will receive Rs 2,500 each.

The sanctioned funds have been released to the respective District Collectors. The Collectors have been directed to utilise the money to ensure prompt payment of ex-gratia assistance to eligible beneficiaries in accordance with the prescribed rules and guidelines.

The financial assistance is aimed at providing immediate relief to families affected by the cyclone and helping them deal with the difficulties caused by the natural disaster.

The government’s decision is part of its efforts to ensure timely financial support and relief to people affected by Cyclone Arnab. The administration is expected to facilitate the disbursement process so that eligible families receive the assistance without delay.