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NDTV
3 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Amit Shah Directs Formation Of Central Team For Disaster-Hit Himachal Pradesh
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed the formation of a multi-sectoral Central team given the frequency and intensity of natural disasters in Himachal Pradesh, an official said on Sunday. In a recent meeting, HM Shah was briefed about the increase in the frequency and intensity of cloudbursts, flash floods, landslides and torrential rainfall, causing widespread loss of life, damage to infrastructure, livelihoods and environmental degradation. He immediately ordered the constitution of a multi-sectoral Central Team comprising experts from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) Roorkee, Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) Pune, a Geologist, and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore, the official said. In the wake of floods, flash floods, and landslides during monsoon 2025 in different parts of Himachal Pradesh, the Central government has already deputed an Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) in advance, without waiting for their memorandum, for on-the-spot first-hand assessment of the damages, said an official statement. The IMCT is visiting the affected areas of the state from July 18-21, and as many as 13 teams of NDRF are deployed in the State for rescue and relief operations. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Central Government stands firmly with the states in times of disasters without any discrimination, said the statement. In this direction, a high-level committee chaired by HM Shah has already approved an outlay of Rs 2006.40 crore to Himachal Pradesh for recovery and reconstruction in areas affected by disasters like floods, landslides and cloudbursts for 2023, and has also released the first instalment of Rs 451.44 crore on July 7, it said. To support the affected people, the Central government has already released the first instalment of the Central share of Rs 198.80 crore to Himachal Pradesh from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) on June 18. The Central government has also provided all logistical assistance to all states, including Himachal Pradesh, including deployment of requisite National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams, Army teams and Air Force support.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
HM Amit Shah directs formation of Central team on Himachal natural disasters
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed the formation of a multi-sectoral Central team given the frequency and intensity of natural disasters in Himachal Pradesh, an official said on Sunday. In a recent meeting, HM Shah was briefed about the increase in the frequency and intensity of cloudbursts, flash floods, landslides and torrential rainfall, causing widespread loss of life, damage to infrastructure, livelihoods and environmental degradation. He immediately ordered the constitution of a multi-sectoral Central Team comprising experts from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) Roorkee, Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) Pune, a Geologist, and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore, the official said. In the wake of floods, flash floods, and landslides during monsoon 2025 in different parts of Himachal Pradesh, the Central government has already deputed an Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) in advance, without waiting for their memorandum, for on-the-spot first-hand assessment of the damages, said an official statement. The IMCT is visiting the affected areas of the state from July 18-21, and as many as 13 teams of NDRF are deployed in the State for rescue and relief operations. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Central Government stands firmly with the states in times of disasters without any discrimination, said the statement. In this direction, a high-level committee chaired by HM Shah has already approved an outlay of Rs 2006.40 crore to Himachal Pradesh for recovery and reconstruction in areas affected by disasters like floods, landslides and cloudbursts for 2023, and has also released the first instalment of Rs 451.44 crore on July 7, it said. To support the affected people, the Central government has already released the first instalment of the Central share of Rs 198.80 crore to Himachal Pradesh from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) on June 18. The Central government has also provided all logistical assistance to all states, including Himachal Pradesh, including deployment of requisite National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams, Army teams and Air Force support.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
HM Amit Shah to attend Investment Grounding Ceremony in Uttarakhand today
New Delhi: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will be on a visit to Uttarakhand on Saturday, where he will serve as the chief guest at the Uttarakhand Investment Festival and Global Investors Summit Grounding Ceremony. The high-profile event is scheduled to take place at 1:15 P.M. at Manoj Sarkar Stadium in Rudrapur and is being seen as a major milestone in Uttarakhand's journey towards industrial growth and economic development. The event marks the next phase of implementation following the success of the Global Investors Summit held earlier. Major industrialists, business leaders, and representatives from newly-established industries across various sectors are expected to be present at the ceremony. The participation of HM Shah underscores the central government's focus on boosting investments and strengthening economic infrastructure in the Himalayan state. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami will also be present at the event alongside other senior officials and dignitaries. CM Dhami emphasised that the state government is now translating the MoUs signed during the Global Investors Summit into action on the ground. 'We are committed to turning investment promises into real projects. These efforts are already creating new employment opportunities for the youth of Uttarakhand,' he said. According to the Chief Minister, the state government is providing full support to investors, including fast-tracking approvals, ensuring necessary infrastructure, and maintaining a peaceful, industry-friendly environment. He added that Uttarakhand is rapidly emerging as a preferred destination for industries due to its stable governance, skilled workforce, and natural advantages. The objective of Saturday's event is not only to mark the beginning of key industrial projects but also to send a strong message to national and global investors that Uttarakhand is ready for business. Alongside the grounding ceremony, the inauguration and foundation stone laying for several development works will also take place, aimed at strengthening the state's economic and civic infrastructure.
Hans India
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
HM Shah to inaugurate BJP's new Kerala HQ today, review poll preparedness
New Delhi: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah is set to embark on a packed one-day visit to Kerala on Saturday, where he will inaugurate the new BJP state headquarters located on K.G. Marar Road in Thiruvananthapuram at 10:30 A.M. and also review poll preparedness for the fast approaching Assembly polls. The ceremony will include the hoisting of the party flag, a tree plantation on the office premises, and the unveiling of a bust of K.G. Marar, the former state BJP President and a prominent figure in the party's Kerala unit. Following the inauguration, at 11:15 A.M., HM Shah will address the 'Viksit Keralam Sammelan,' a ward-level leadership meet of the BJP, at Putharikandam Maidan in Thiruvananthapuram. The event is expected to draw a massive crowd of around 36,000 grassroots leaders from Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, and Alappuzha districts. Leaders from other districts will join the event virtually, ensuring statewide participation. The gathering is being seen as a major mobilisation effort in preparation for the upcoming local polls. At 2:00 P.M., the Union Home Minister will chair a closed-door meeting with the BJP's state leadership to review election preparedness, organisational strategy, and booth-level planning. The meeting is expected to finalise ground-level action points to strengthen the party's position in the state, where it has been working steadily to expand its footprint. Later in the day, HM Shah will travel to Taliparamba in Kannur district, where he will offer prayers at the revered Rajarajeswara Temple at 4:30 P.M. before departing for New Delhi at 7 P.M. The visit comes at a time when political activities are intensifying in Kerala with the Assembly elections expected to be held next year. The next Kerala Legislative Assembly election is expected to be held in May 2026. This election will be held to elect 140 MLAs to the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly. The current tenure of the Kerala government is from May 24, 2021, to May 23, 2026.
Hans India
04-07-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
Monsoon fury: HM Amit Shah offers help to 5 Chief Ministers
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday spoke to Chief Ministers of five states, including Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, in the wake of heavy rainfall, related disruptions and damage, and offered assistance. Taking to X, HM Shah wrote, 'In the wake of heavy rainfall in different parts of the nation, spoke with the chief ministers of Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, and Chhattisgarh.' The Union Minister said the Central government was coordinating with state governments and providing relief and rescue support, along with disaster response reinforcements. HM Shah said, 'Adequate numbers of NDRF teams have been deployed in the states for the people in need, and more reinforcements can be sent as and when required. Assured them of all possible assistance from the central government.' Heavy and incessant rains in these states over the past few days have resulted in multiple incidents of building collapse, landslides, as well as widespread road blockages at multiple locations. Amid rains in Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami took to X and thanked HM Shah for his offer of assistance to fight the rain fury. He said HM Shah obtained detailed information about the situation of heavy rainfall in various disaster-prone sensitive areas of the state, including Shri Kedarnath Dham. 'Considering the severity of the situation, he assured that the Central Government's emergency relief agencies, NDRF/ITBP, are being deployed promptly to ensure that the Char Dham Yatra is not disrupted and that devotees face no inconvenience in their travel,' said CM Dhami. HM Shah also assured continuous monitoring and provision of all possible assistance in other sensitive districts of the state, said CM Dhami, thanking the Union Home Minister for his sensitive, proactive, and compassionate leadership. Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district, in particular, has been severely impacted due to cloudbursts and flash floods. Karsog and Dharampur -- two municipal areas in Mandi have suffered widespread damage due to the rain fury. In Karsog, the old market got swept away last night due to flash floods, while a couple of vehicles were also seen floating in the gushing flow of water. The houses situated near riverbanks suffered serious damage, while many were left stranded due to a sudden rise in water levels. One person has been reported dead. Continuous torrential rains have severely affected normal life across several districts of Jharkhand. Urban areas such as Ranchi, Ramgarh, Latehar, Jamshedpur, Hazaribagh, Bokaro, and Giridih are facing the brunt due to waterlogging, with floodwaters entering homes in low-lying areas. The relentless rainfall has led to multiple incidents of house collapses and people drowning in rivers, reservoirs, and waterfalls. In Gujarat, heavy rains have battered several parts of the state since Thursday, officials said on Friday. As of now, more than 1,060 people have been relocated across four districts in Gujarat. The downpour triggered flash floods and waterlogging, forcing evacuation and rescue operations across southern and central Gujarat. According to the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), 101 talukas recorded rainfall, with 30 witnessing downpours ranging from 1 to 7 inches. Vapi in Valsad district received the highest rainfall at seven inches, followed by Pardi with 5.25 inches and Kaprada with 5 inches.
