Shivraj Singh Chouhan to assess Arunachal, Assam flood damage; ground and aerial survey on July 1

Guwahati: Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, arrived in Arunachal Pradesh to assess the flood damages However, due to inclement weather, he could not conduct an aerial survey.

He will now undertake a day-long tour—covering both ground and air—of flood-affected areas in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam on July 1 to personally assess the situation of affected farmers and families and devise measures for assistance. He is accompanied on this tour by Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, and the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh.

Chouhan met with the people and listened to their grievances. He remarked that while the weather had grounded the helicopter, it would not deter their resolve. Tomorrow, he will spend the entire day in the flood-affected regions of Arunachal and Assam, conducting a comprehensive assessment—from the ground and the air—to ensure aid reaches every farmer and family.


Residents shared details about the inundation of their fields, crop destruction, and damage to their homes and belongings. The Union Minister listened attentively to everyone and assured them that no family would be left without assistance.

In a meeting with senior officials of the Arunachal Pradesh government at the Itanagar Secretariat, Shivraj Singh Chouhan discussed the current flood situation, relief supplies, rehabilitation efforts, and future courses of action.

He stated that the concerns of farmers and villagers in the Northeast have reached Delhi directly, and under the leadership and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Union Government is prepared to provide all necessary assistance.

Singh stated he will personally inspect the damage to farmers' fields, the condition of livestock, and the overall impact on daily life.

Singh emphasizes that while immediate relief must be provided to the people, plans must also be formulated to minimize damage during future floods—focusing on measures such as improved drainage, robust embankments, safe shelters, and better crop insurance systems.

He urged the flood-affected people of Arunachal and Assam to remain courageous during these difficult times. He assured them that the central and state governments would work together to take every possible step to help them overcome this crisis.

Singh remarked that Arunachal Pradesh is a cherished state but is currently facing a severe crisis due to a massive natural disaster. Heavy rains and landslides have damaged roads, bridges, and numerous homes, causing immense loss to the people. Crops such as oranges, bananas, and paddy have been destroyed. "Kiren Rijiju and I have come to visit the affected areas alongside the Chief Minister, following the Prime Minister's instructions. We will conduct a detailed assessment of the damage and ensure all possible assistance from the central government.”

He added that no effort would be spared to assist the public during this challenging time, and under the leadership of the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister, they would work with full determination to steer the state out of this crisis.