CPI(M) urges govt to take speedy relief measures

Chennai, Nov 8 (UNI) The Tamil Nadu CPI(M) unit today urged the state government to undertake urgent relief measures in flood affected areas and provide compensation to farmers for damaged crops.

In a statement here, CPI(M) State Secretary N Varadharajan said the North East monsoon rains had flooded several lakes and ponds.

Rivers are in spate and crops submerged in many areas. Several residential areas had also come under water, causing hardship to the people.

With the weather office forecasting more rains in the next two days, the government should make alternative arrangements for those hit by floods and provide food and essential commodities to them.

Mr Varadharajan wanted the government to take preventive steps for the outbreak of any epidemic.

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