Karnataka CM Yediyurappa: Rs 1,200 cr released for flood relief work

Karnataka Chief Minister, BS Yediyurappa on Saturday said that Rs 1,200 crore has been released from the state relief funds to provide relief work to flood-hit regions. Yediyurappa, while speaking to reporers at Hubli Airport, said that the state has allocated Rs 5 lakhs per person to build houses. He added, "Rs 1 lakh is being paid for partial home damage," and the state government does not face any financial crunch.

District authorities have been instructed to help the flood victims

The Karnataka CM further stated that the district authorities have been instructed to rush to the aid of the flood victims. Home Minister Basavraj Bommai, Forest Minister CC Patil, District Collector Deepa Cholan, Commissioner of Police R Dileep, Senior Superintendent of Police Vartika Katiyar were also present at the airport.

A visit after facing criticism

Cabinet Minister in Karnataka government CC Patil had visited the flood-affected areas in Gadag District of Karnataka on October 24. The visit came after the minister faced criticisms by residents for not visiting the area. The minister reached the Sevala Nagar village and talked to people about the problems they face. The minister assured people of the action the authorities are taking despite the lack of funds. 

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'The government doesn't have money'

The minister had made a remark that the state government does not have enough cash. He said, "You are aware of how much money the government is spending in flood-affected areas. You even know that the government doesn't have money. We are also not getting our MLA funds. We will see later if you want to leave this village and want to shift to a different village. I will make the arrangements." 

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Torrential rains hit Karnataka 

Torrential rains hit the state of Karnataka on October 18. According to sources, the death toll due to the rains has gone up to 13. Reports also suggest huge damage to the livestock. 10,000 houses have been damaged due to floods, this included 202 houses that were damaged completely, of which 160 are from Haveri district.

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(With ANI inputs)