Saturday, 18 August 2018

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces Rs.20 crore as immediate assistance for Kerala




New Delhi, Aug 18: The Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis today announced an immediate funding assistance of Rs 20 crores in the wake of the State facing the most savage monsoon in over a century.

An immediate relief of Rs. 500 crore has been announced for Kerala, for Kerala flood affected persons. The Maharashtra Government is constantly in touch with Kerala Government for their requirements and the necessary support, since yesterday.

MCHI-CREDAI is contributing with food packets of Rs. 1.5 crore, Rajasthani Welfare Association & JITO International contributing Rs. 51 lakh each. Around 11 tonnes of dry food has been arranged so far, out of which, 6 tonnes would be sent by Saturday evening, informed Shri Fadnavis.

Shri Devendra Fadnavis has appealed everyone to come forward and stand firm with citizens of Kerala and contribute in all possible ways to help our fellow citizens.

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