Amit Shah speaks to CMs of Assam & Manipur after hailstorms hit Northeast

GUWAHATI: Union home minister Amit Shah reached out to the chief ministers of Assam and Manipur on Monday (April 01) following the extensive damages caused by a severe storm in both the Northeast states, assuring them of full central support.

Amit Shah also urged Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in both Assam and Manipur to extend assistance to the affected populace during this challenging period.

Expressing deep concern over the significant losses incurred in Assam and Manipur due to the storm, Shah contacted the chief ministers to pledge all possible aid.

In South Salmara-Mankachar district of Assam, tragic news emerged as a child lost their life and two individuals were reported missing following a boat capsizing incident in the Brahmaputra River amid heavy rainfall and hailstorms.

Additionally, reports surfaced of rain and hailstorms wreaking havoc in various parts of Manipur on Sunday (March 31), resulting in damages to homes, structures, and agricultural crops.

“Deeply concerned about the severe loss suffered by West Bengal, Assam, and Manipur due to a storm. Spoke to the Chief Ministers and assured them of all possible assistance,” Amit Shah said.

He added: “I extend my sincerest condolences to the families of the deceased and pray for the swift recovery of the injured.”

The union home minister further said: “Also, appeal to all the Karyakartas of the BJP to be with the affected people and provide every possible help to them during this hour of distress.”