Bhubaneswar, November 4: In a major relief initiative for cyclone-affected people, the Odisha Government has sanctioned over Rs 107.70 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) for providing gratuitous relief assistance to as many as 4,30,833 affected families in Ganjam and Koraput districts following Cyclone ‘Arnab’.

The financial assistance has been sanctioned by the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) in accordance with the relief package announced by Chief Minister, with each eligible affected family set to receive Rs 2,500 as ex-gratia assistance.

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While over Rs 107. 44 crore was disbursed for 4,29,782 affected families in Ganjam district Rs 26.27 lakh was disbursed for 1,051 affected families in Koraput district.

The sanctioned funds have been placed at the disposal of the respective District Collectors to ensure prompt disbursement of financial assistance to eligible beneficiaries.

The Collectors have been entrusted with the responsibility of distributing the relief amount in accordance with the prescribed norms and guidelines.

The government initiative is aimed at providing immediate financial support to families affected by the cyclone and helping them cope with the hardships caused by the natural disaster.

The move reflects the State Government's commitment to ensuring timely relief and rehabilitation assistance to people affected by natural calamities.