Centre approves ₹707 crore in aid for Gujarat and Assam, Pg10

Key Highlights:

• The Centre has approved ₹707.97 crore in aid for Assam and Gujarat, which were affected by floods and landslides in 2024.
• The assistance was approved by a committee chaired by Home Minister Amit Shah.
• Assam will receive ₹313.69 crore, while Gujarat will receive ₹394.28 crore from the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF).
• An additional ₹903.67 crore has been approved for Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan under the NDRF for fire services.

Detailed Insights:

• The NDRF provides financial assistance to states dealing with the aftermath of severe natural disasters to support immediate relief and rehabilitation efforts.
• The funds allocated to Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan will be used for the expansion and modernization of their fire services, enhancing their disaster response capabilities.
• Central assistance supplements the efforts of the state governments, ensuring that resources are available for disaster management and infrastructure development.

Key Concepts Involved:

• National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF): A fund established to provide immediate relief to victims of natural disasters.