Activist Demands Immediate Flood Relief Fund Disbursement in Assam
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What happened
Akhil Gogoi, president of Raijor Dal and Sivasagar MLA, held an indefinite sit-in at the Assam Legislative Assembly premises. Gogoi demanded the immediate disbursement of flood relief funds, specifically requesting Rs 15,000 and Rs 10,000 amounts within 24 and 48 hours, respectively. He also sought Rs 10 lakh for every affected family by October 31 and requested funds to rebuild infrastructure damaged by the disaster.
From sentinelassam.com
Why it matters
The protest places political pressure on the Government of Assam regarding the speed and scope of disaster relief. Gogoi also demanded a CBI inquiry into the disaster and the inclusion of flood-affected families not covered under the Orunodoi scheme.
From sentinelassam.com
Who's involved
- AssamThe Indian state where the flood relief funds are being demanded.
- Himanta Biswa SarmaThe Indian politician whose announced relief amounts are being challenged.
- Kaushik RaiAn MLA whose segment of business is affected by the relief review.