Nyishi Bodies Donate ₹20 Lakh for Keyi Panyor Flood Relief
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| NES President Prof. Tana Showren hands over the₹20 lakh cheque to the Deputy Commissioner of Keyi Panyor district. |
YAZALI, July 12:
Demonstrating solidarity with the victims of the devastating flash floods that struck Keyi Panyor district last month, the Nyishi Elite Society (NES), along with the All Nyishi Students' Union (ANSU) and the All Nyishi Youth Association (ANYA), on Sunday handed over ₹20 lakh as humanitarian financial assistance to the Deputy Commissioner of Keyi Panyor.
The financial assistance has been provided as interim relief for families affected by the flash floods in Possa and Potin, where widespread destruction left hundreds of residents grappling with the loss of homes, livelihoods and essential infrastructure.
The unprecedented flash flood that hit the district on June 24 triggered massive devastation, washing away houses, damaging roads and bridges, disrupting connectivity and causing extensive losses to public and private property.
The disaster claimed the lives of five people, of which, one person remains missing, making it one of the worst natural calamities witnessed in the district in recent years.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, the district administration, supported by the state government, launched large-scale rescue and relief operations.
Several individuals, community-based organisations, NGOs and well-wishers have since come forward with financial contributions worth lakhs of rupees under the MLA's flood relief donation drive, reflecting an overwhelming spirit of public support for the affected families.
Last week, an Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) led by officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs visited the flood-ravaged areas of Keyi Panyor to assess the extent of damage to infrastructure, public assets and private properties.
The assessment is expected to facilitate further assistance from the Centre for relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts.
While handing over the relief amount, the Nyishi organizations reaffirmed their commitment to standing with the affected communities during this difficult period.
They expressed hope that the contribution would help meet the immediate needs of the victims and support the district administration's ongoing rehabilitation efforts.
The Deputy Commissioner, Shweta Nagarkoti Mehta, IAS, acknowledged the humanitarian gesture and appreciated the three organizations for extending timely assistance to families affected by the disaster.
