HT Digital
GUWAHATI, Sept 23: Assam Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika met the residents of Khowang who have been affected by floods and erosion caused by the Buridihing River, a press release said on Monday.
During the meeting, the Minister discussed the ongoing efforts by the Dibrugarh division of the Water Resources Department to address the flood and erosion problems in the area.
Meanwhile, taking to the micro-blogging site X, Hazarika stated, “Held a meeting with the flood hit people of Khowang and discussed about the works of Dibrugarh division of Water Resources Department in solving the flood & erosion caused by Buridihing river at the area.”
Hazarika also assured the people that the government is committed to resolving these issues in a phased manner.
Additionally, he highlighted various welfare schemes being implemented by the Government of Assam to support the affected communities.
“Assured the people to resolve the issues in a phased wise manner also spoke about various welfare schemes being taken by Government of Assam”, Hazarika added.