Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday provided an ex gratia of Rs 5 lakh to the kin of 20 people who perished in rain-related incidents in the state, even as rescue and relief operations continued in parts of Vijayawada.
So far, 20 people have died in the rains and floods which caused damage in several parts of the southern state, especially Vijayawada.
In a teleconference with officials, the Chief Minister instructed them to identify families of the deceased persons to hand over their bodies, or perform last rites on behalf of the government.
Extend Rs 5 lakh compensation to the families of the deceased persons on behalf of the government, said Naidu in an official press release, adding that there is a chance now to go door-to-door for relief as flood has receded'.
He directed officials to distribute essential items like water, biscuits, fruits and milk.
Besides, the officials were directed to set up mobile markets to sell vegetables at an economical ...
