LOP Naveen Patnaik to Visit Flood-Hit Areas of Ganjam Today, Interact with Affected Farmers

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Bhubaneswar: Former Odisha Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik will visit several flood-affected areas of Ganjam district today to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Arnab and the subsequent floods.

During his visit, he will review the situation on the ground, interact with affected farmers and local residents, and take stock of the relief and rehabilitation measures.

According to the scheduled itinerary, Naveen Patnaik will leave Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar by helicopter at 10:15 AM for Ganjam district.

He is scheduled to visit Sheragada, Nuaburupada Gram Panchayat in Hinjilicut block, Asika, and Baligochha area in Sorada block. During the visit, he will inspect flood-damaged agricultural fields and hold direct discussions with farmers to understand their problems and losses.

Cyclone Arnab and the subsequent flooding have caused significant damage in several parts of Ganjam district. Agricultural lands have remained submerged, resulting in extensive crop losses and affecting the livelihoods of numerous farmers. Floodwaters have also damaged houses, roads and other infrastructure.

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Naveen Patnaik will assess the extent of damage suffered by farmers and local communities and review the progress of post-flood restoration and rehabilitation work.

He is also expected to gather information about the assistance being provided to affected families, the extent of agricultural losses, and the progress of relief operations.

The visit is aimed at understanding the ground realities and listening to the grievances of people affected by the cyclone and floods.

As per the schedule, Naveen Patnaik is expected to return to Bhubaneswar by 4:10 PM. His visit to the flood-hit areas of Ganjam has drawn considerable attention, particularly over the issues of farmers’ compensation, relief assistance and the pace of rehabilitation following the disaster.

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