The Central government on Thursday approved ₹1,066.80 crore as flood relief assistance to six states hit by torrential rains, landslides, and overflowing rivers during the south-west monsoon. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya Scindia reaffirmed the Modi government’s unwavering commitment to support states in times of crisis.
Taking to social media platform X, Amit Shah said the Central government has sanctioned the funds under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) for Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Kerala, and Uttarakhand. “Modi govt stands resolutely beside the states in all situations,” he stated, adding that the Centre has already provided over ₹8,000 crore in SDRF and NDRF funds to 19 states this year. Shah emphasised that the Centre’s priority includes not just financial assistance but also full logistical support through deployment of the NDRF, Army, and Air Force.
Modi govt stands resolutely beside the states in all situations.
Today the central government has approved ₹1066.80 crore for flood- and landslide-affected states of Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Kerala, and Uttarakhand as part of the Central share under SDRF. More than…
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) July 10, 2025
Echoing the sentiment, Jyotiraditya Scindia posted, “The government led by PM Narendra Modi stands rock solid with every state, not just in words, but through decisive action.” He thanked the Home Minister for the timely release of funds, which he said reinforces the Centre’s active role in disaster response and recovery.
Six states receive targeted financial support
As per the Ministry of Home Affairs, Assam has received ₹375.60 crore, the highest among the six states. Uttarakhand was granted ₹455.60 crore, Kerala ₹153.20 crore, Manipur ₹29.20 crore, Meghalaya ₹30.40 crore, and Mizoram ₹22.80 crore. The funds have been allocated as part of the Central share of SDRF and are intended to support both ongoing flood relief operations and post-disaster rehabilitation.
These six states have faced widespread damage due to extreme rainfall, flash floods, and landslides triggered by the monsoon. The government said the disbursement of funds has been done swiftly to enable state administrations to act without delay and address local challenges effectively.
Indian Army launches Operation Jal Rahat 2 in Northeast
While financial assistance continues to flow, the Indian Army has intensified its flood relief operations across Nagaland, Assam, and Manipur under Operation Jal Rahat 2. The coordinated effort is being spearheaded by the Headquarters Inspector General Assam Rifles (North) in collaboration with civil authorities.
In Assam, the Dhansiri River in Golaghat district crossed danger levels. Although the water level has begun to recede, Army units remain on alert. In Nagaland, the Deputy Commissioner of Dimapur formally requested military assistance for the flood-hit Singrijan Colony. An Engineer Task Force was deployed promptly, and although a verbal de-requisition was issued later, the Army stayed on standby at the Flood Relief Control Centre.
In Manipur, the Nambol River overflowed in Imphal West and Bishnupur districts, prompting the Army to maintain active coordination with the local administration. Defence spokesperson Lt Col Amit Shukla stated that 40 relief columns were deployed across the three states. The Army rescued 3,820 people, distributed 1,361 food packets and 15,421 water bottles, and provided medical treatment to 2,095 individuals.
The Centre’s combined efforts—rapid financial allocation and large-scale humanitarian deployment—highlight its preparedness and resolve in managing natural disasters. The ongoing flood relief operations are being seen as a lifeline for thousands and a model for responsive disaster governance.
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