The Statesman, Aug 24, 2007
Statesman News Service
BHUBANESWAR, Aug. 23: The relief operation in Kendrapada has been extended for three more days, as the flood situation has not yet improved in the district. The decision was made by a high-level meeting presided over by chief minister Naveen Patnaik. The flood waters in Bhadrak, Jajpur, Balasore, Kalahandi and Sundargarh have started receding.
The chief minister ordered the health department to initiate steps as water-borne diseases are spreading. He also emphasised supplying safe drinking water in those areas.
The water resource department was directed to take necessary steps as Rushikulya and Banshadhara rivers are frequently changing their route. Mr Patnaik also asked to repair the bridges on a priority basis and advised to take utmost care in selecting sites and designs, while new constructions are undertaken. It was also decided to lay concrete roads in flood-affected areas. Barrages will also be constructed at Akhuapada and Kochila to control flood in Baitarani river.
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