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Tripura Floods: CM Manik Saha Donates One Month’s Salary To Flood Relief Efforts

First Published: 27th August, 2024 8:16 IST

The donation was officially made on Monday, as CM Manik Saha handed over a cheque to Additional Secretary Samit Roy Chowdhury

Aimed at bolstering flood relief efforts in Tripura, Chief Minister Manik Saha has donated his entire one month’s salary to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF).

The donation was officially made on Monday, as Saha handed over a cheque to Additional Secretary Samit Roy Chowdhury.

The Chief Minister’s contribution is expected to significantly support the ongoing relief and rehabilitation activities in the flood-stricken areas.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Saha urged citizens and organizations to join him in supporting the relief efforts.

He stated, “I hereby contribute my one month’s salary to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund for the purpose of providing relief to the people affected by the floods.”

The Chief Minister’s proactive involvement has been well-received, with many praising his leadership during this critical time.

As Tripura continues to battle the aftermath of the floods, the government’s focus remains on providing immediate relief and ensuring the long-term recovery of the affected communities.

Tripura government has also requested the central government send an advance Inter Ministerial Central Team to Tripura for on-site assessment of damage caused by recent floods in the state, a press release said.

According to press release by Tripura disaster department, the inter ministerial central team will assist state government in submitting Memorandum for additional support from central government for restoration works. (ANI)

Also Read: Tripura Floods: TTAADC Members Engage in Flood Relief Work

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