July 10, 2012 9:03 AM

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Central team in Assam today to assess flood damage

A serven member Central team will reach Assam today to assess the damage caused by the floods and landslides. Official sources said that after visiting the flood hit areas they will submit reports. The recent wave of floods damaged infrastructure, croplands, fisheries and parks and sanctuaries.124 people have died so far in flood and landslides. 595 animals have also perished at Kaziranga National Park. Meanwhile, the flood condition in Dhemaji district is slightly improved as there is no reports of flood water inundated new villages. Our correspondent reports that the Central team will be divided into three groups, with one group visiting lower Assam districts, another upper Assam districts and the third will go to Barak Valley and Dima Hasao district. They are likely to meet state Chief Secretary Naba Kumar Das on Thursday and hold discussions on flood situations along with rescue and relief measures.On the other hand, the Member-Secretary of the National Tiger Conservation Authority will also visit the Kaziranga National Park today to take stock of the situation. Prime Minister Dr.Manmohan Singh already announced an ad-hoc package of 500 crore rupees to the state. Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi urged the Prime Minister for a financial package of 11 thousand 316 crore rupees for relief and rehabilitations.

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