Centre Approves Rs 2,117.85 Cr Advance SDRF Assistance for Seven Flood-Hit States
The advance SDRF release includes second instalments for Himachal Pradesh and Odisha and relaxed first instalments for four other states.
- On Saturday, the Centre approved the advance release of ₹2,117.85 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund to support seven flood-affected States during the ongoing monsoon season.
- Since the monsoon's onset, the Government has monitored the flood situation in coordination with State administrations under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, ensuring assistance for relief measures.
- The Government approved first instalments for Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Gujarat, and Maharashtra by relaxing documentary requirements. Assistance includes ₹44.55 crore for Arunachal Pradesh, ₹379.35 crore for Assam, and ₹500 crore each for Gujarat and Maharashtra.
- Inter-Ministerial Central Teams are assessing damage in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, with two visits already undertaken in Assam. At Nagaland's request, authorities are constituting an additional IMCT for that State.
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah authorized the second instalment of the Central share of SDRF for Himachal Pradesh and Odisha. Himachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Nagaland have already received first instalments for financial year 2026-27.
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The Centre has approved the advance release of Rs 2,117.85 crore under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to support seven flood-affected states during the ongoing monsoon. The government said the move is aimed at ensuring the timely availability of funds for relief and rehabilitation.
To expedite relief efforts in seven states affected by incessant rain and flooding, the central government has approved an advance assistance of ₹2,117.85 crore. This will provide immediate assistance to the states in relief and rescue operations.
Home Minister Amit Shah approves advance release of Rs 2,117.85 crore to flood-affected states
The Central Government has extended all possible assistance, including pre-deployment of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams and logistical support from the Ministry of Defence, wherever required, the Home Ministry said.
Amit Shah approves Rs 2,117.85 crore advance SDRF release for flood-hit states
Union Home Minister approved advance SDRF funds for flood-affected states. This financial assistance supports relief and rescue operations during the monsoon. Central teams are assessing damages in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. Funds were released to Himachal Pradesh and Odisha for immediate relief needs. Additional states received advance funds to bolster their response efforts.
Home Minister Amit Shah Approves Advance Release of Rs 2,117.85 Crore to Flood-affected States Under SDRF
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah has approved the advance release of Rs 2,117.85 crore from the Central share of the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to support the States affected by floods during the ongoing southwest monsoon of 2026. India News | Home Minister Amit Shah Approves Advance Release of Rs 2,117.85 Crore to Flood-affected States Under SDRF.
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