Putting the foundation stone for the construction of the Wayanad model Township at a simple ceremony that will be held in Elston Estate, Kalpetta, we really create a record of species in the history of Kerala, because in the past it has never taken such a project of reconstruction of a mammoth, which also without any external help.
The Government of Keral from its own fund and fund, which generously contributed generously individuals and institutions, mobilized the sources needed to perform this great task. This will show the determination of the government and the collective forces of people in general. From the debris and ruins we regenerate the black neighborhood, which was destroyed by the unprecedented calamity that occurred last year.
Again, it is a record of species that we have been able to hire this project, which offers 430 newly built houses on 7 cent land. The city district consists of all modern facilities such as community centers, market areas, primary health centers and Anganwadis. It also includes solar power plants that ensure environmental stability and mechanism that processes contaminated water. The highlight of the project will also be recreational centers, parks, playgrounds and an open gym, which will create a history in anals resistant and sustainable reconstruction.
The state again demonstrates its untamed spirit of unity and resistance. The catastrophic event, marked with massive landslides and lightning floods, claimed 266 lives. Yet, in the middle of this unprecedented disaster, the people of Kerala stood united and showed remarkable courage and compassion when they tirelessly worked on support for rescue and rehabilitation in affected areas.
The landslides hit by the villages of Mundakkai, Chooralmal and Attamal in the Grama Panchayat Mepadi caused extensive devastation. In response, all government agencies and emergency services were mobilized to save those trapped under massive debris. The cabinet subcommittee consisting of four ministers coordinated rescue and auxiliary operations in these areas. This effort has further strengthened by invaluable support of central agencies and neighboring states.
People from Kerala have expanded their steadfast support and all their hearts contributed to rescue missions and initiatives for the rehabilitation of the affected people. The reaction of people, both financial and non -financial terms, was extraordinary. Global Malaysaali Diaspora has also expanded its support and has contributed generously and contributed financially to the Need Help Fund (CMDRF), and many promising helped build houses for those who lost their homes.
The collective reactions of Keraly to this disaster have once again shown that our state will always be united in the face of adversity. In the past, this spirit of cooperation and impossible has been constantly proven during the Ockhi cyclone in 2017, Keral Floods and Nipah’s outbreaks in 2018 and the Covid-19-19 pandemia. These events witness Keraly’s own resistance and our innate ability to overcome any calamity that can hit us.
It should be remembered that in just weeks since the disaster we were able to provide temporary rehabilitation for all affected families. A total of 795 families were accommodated in temporary camps, consisting of 2,569 individuals. Home rental companies and government facilities in Vykiri taluk were available to ensure temporary accommodation. Financial assistance was provided to those who returned to their relatives’ homes, and 543 families were given help through self -confidence. Monthly rent Rs. They are provided 6,000 and those who are in rented accommodation. The “back to home” sets that contained basic household items were distributed to 583 families.
In the initial phase of immediate financial assistance RS. 10 000 were provided to 821 affected families. Sum Rs. 8 Lakh was divided into 93 families that lost their loved ones, coming from the State Fund for Reaction to Disasters (Rs. 4 Lakhs), Fund for Help in Main Minister’s Need (Rs. Up to Rs. 1,00,000 (50,000 RS from CMDRF and PMNRF) were awarded to those who have serious injuries. Rs. 10,000 were sanctioned for funeral ceremonies of 173 families. Emergency assistance was provided to 1,259 families of Rs. 300 per day for a person. Two people on the family were eligible to help and ensured that the family could get to Rs. 10,000 per month.
In order to help families recover from the impact of the disaster, more than 350 social and mental health and mental advisors were provided. A total of 2,000 individual psychosocial counseling sessions, 21 psychiatric pharmacotherapeutic sessions and group counseling sessions for 401 people were carried out. The aim of this comprehensive support for mental health was to help affected individuals regain their stability and trust.
The priority in the rehabilitation process was given to those who lost their homes. Houses have strong foundations to support other floors. This approach will ensure that families have safe and future homes prepared, reflecting the commitment of the state government for sustainable reconstruction. These houses will be designed evenly, with a secure quality and all necessary public devices arranged at rehabilitation sites. The rehabilitation package included support for livelihood, focus on job opportunities and educational programs for women to participate in their profession of their choice.
The Government of Kerala understood the financial challenges faced by the victims, convened the State State Committee to explore measures for financial relief, including the possibility to write off debts. Although the final decision is based on banks, consultations will be held at the Reserve Bank and the Ministry of Finance of the Union to ensure comprehensive support. From the Union government, he was asked for a special financial package to help rehabilitation and reconstruction of efforts, but we still have to get it.
The state government focuses on long -term reconstruction and rehabilitation. This comprehensive plan includes the reconstruction of infrastructure, the restoration of agricultural land and supporting the economic revival of the region. The rehabilitation package, which recognizes the key role of farmers in the local economy, includes a facility to help them continue their agricultural activities.
The Kerala government remains steadfast in its commitment to those who are affected by this terrible natural disaster. All efforts to ensure their well -being. The state will continue to work tirelessly to restore normality, rebuild lives and provide hope for a clearer future. The survivors can be sure that the state government is with them at every step, and together we overcome and emerge stronger.
Published – March 26, 2025 17:31 IS IS
