Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 3 (HBTV): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials in districts affected by storms, rains, and hailstorms to carry out relief operations promptly and effectively, according to an official statement from the Chief Minister’s Office.
He instructed authorities to survey the affected areas, monitor relief efforts closely, and ensure timely assistance to those impacted by the adverse weather conditions.
The chief minister emphasized that in cases of loss of life or livestock due to lightning, storms, or heavy rainfall, compensation must be distributed to affected families without delay. He also directed officials to ensure that the injured receive proper medical treatment.
‘Officials should conduct field visits, assess the situation, and maintain a close watch on relief efforts,’ Adityanath said. He further instructed that surveys be conducted to evaluate crop damage and that detailed reports be submitted to the state government for appropriate follow-up action.
Highlighting the need for swift measures, the Chief Minister called for prioritising drainage arrangements in areas experiencing waterlogging to prevent further inconvenience to residents.
The directives come as parts of Uttar Pradesh have witnessed thunderstorms and unseasonal rainfall in recent days, leading to reports of damage to crops, property, and loss of life in some areas.
According to the Meteorological Department's forecast, on June 6 (Tuesday), some places in both the western and eastern parts of the state are likely to experience rain and thundershowers. During this period, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds blowing at speeds of 30 to 40 kilometres per hour are expected.
Earlier, heavy rains lashed Uttar Pradesh’s Moradabad district on Monday, and the Katghar area of the city experienced severe waterlogging, causing significant inconvenience to residents and affecting traffic. Several other districts in the state also witnessed lightning, storms, and heavy rainfall.
(ANI)