After visiting landslides-battered Mirik region in Darjeeling and talking to the affected people and the rescue teams, union minister Kiren Rijiju today lauded the paramilitary forces of Sasastra Seema Bal (SSB) and National Disaster Response Force for their rescue and evacuation efforts.
The Minister, along with leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari and Darjeeling MP Raju Bista visited the landslides-affected areas of Mirik yesterday afternoon and talked to the people and authorities to assess the ground reality.
“While taking stock of flood damages in Darjeeling, I met SSB personnel at Khaprail Camp and at Mirik Alay Ground. The rescue and relief efforts by SSB and NDRF are commendable,” Rijiju, who visited the area as an emissary of Prime Minister Narandra Modi, said in a post today.
“On ground at Soureni Toklang Dhar, Mirik, Darjeeling district, inspecting flood-hit areas and meeting families facing the aftermath. The courage and resilience of the people shine even in adversity,” he added.
The union minister said that he reviewed relief measures and assured continued support for every affected family.
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari in an appeal urged everyone to come together with compassion and humanity to rebuild the shattered north Bengal. “Let us stand united to support the people of North Bengal in rebuilding their lives. Your prayers, contributions, and support can make a difference,” the Nandigram MLA said on X.
Adhikari’s visit included, among others, the flood-ravaged areas around Mirik, including Dudhia, along with the Kiren Rijiju and Darjeeling MP Raju Bista.
“The devastation is widespread; families have lost their loved ones, homes, livestock, and livelihoods. The pain and struggle of our brothers and sisters in these areas are unimaginable, yet their resilience inspires us all,” Adhikari continued.
He also visited the relief camps, talked to the people to know their plight and assured them that they would surely be taken care of after the matters are communicated to the Prime Minister.
