Assam CM Launches Rs 15,000 DBT Aid for Flood-Hit Families
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Governance
Why in news
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has initiated the disbursement of Rs 15,000 interim financial aid to flood-affected families in four districts. This move is significant as it provides immediate relief through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and also includes subsidies under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, highlighting the government's response to the annual flood crisis.
Background
Assam is prone to annual floods, especially during the monsoon season, affecting thousands of families. The state government often announces relief packages to mitigate the impact. The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is a central scheme aimed at providing free electricity to households through solar power.
Key facts
The aid amount is Rs 15,000 per affected family.
Disbursement is done via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
The districts covered are Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, and Golaghat.
The aid is interim financial assistance for flood-affected families.
Subsidies under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana were also released.
The announcement was made by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Prelims pointers
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): A system to transfer subsidies directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts.
- PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: A central scheme for free electricity via solar rooftops.
- Districts: Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, Golaghat (Assam).
- Assam CM: Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Mains angles
- Discuss the effectiveness of DBT in disaster relief management.
- Examine the role of central schemes like PM Surya Ghar in complementing state relief measures.
- Analyze the challenges in implementing financial aid during floods in Assam.