Guwahati: Assam minister Keshab Mahanta on Sunday, August 9, visited several flood-affected areas under the Samaguri Revenue Circle in Nagaon district to assess the situation and review relief measures.
Mahanta visited Goru Mara, Bhomora Guri and Era Kalong, among other flood-hit areas, and interacted with residents to assess the extent of inundation and the assistance being provided by the authorities.
The minister also visited temporary relief camps and spoke with displaced residents about the availability of essential supplies and other relief support.
During his visit to Kalapani village, Mahanta announced plans to construct a highland on vacant government land to provide residents with an elevated and safer place during floods.
Mahanta also said several areas of the Kaliabor constituency remained inundated, particularly near the confluence of the Diju river and a channel of the Kolong river.
He said the government would consult local residents and conduct a detailed assessment to explore the construction of an embankment in vulnerable areas to address recurring flood-related problems.
The minister’s visit came as parts of Nagaon continued to remain affected by floodwaters, with authorities carrying out relief distribution and assessing damage in the affected areas.