The rumors, which spread widely on social media, implied that a significant portion of the relief fund was wasted on trivial items such as candles and matches. However, RP Sisodia, the Special Principal Secretary for the Revenue Department, issued a statement dismissing these claims as false propaganda. Sisodia clarified that while matches and candles were distributed to aid those affected by the power outages, the primary expenditure was directed toward mobile generators to ensure that affected areas had essential power support during the night.

Government’s Stand on Flood Relief Expenditure

Sisodia expressed frustration over what he termed as baseless rumors that undermine the government’s efforts. He emphasized that the funds allocated for flood relief were spent on necessary resources to aid victims during the crisis. The mobile generators played a crucial role in providing temporary power to flood-affected neighborhoods, particularly during the nights when the absence of power posed significant risks and discomfort to residents.

Denouncement of False Campaigns

The state government made it clear that any allegations suggesting misuse of funds are completely unfounded. The government is determined to address these floods responsibly and has taken a firm stance against any attempts to tarnish its image through misinformation.

An Appeal to the Public

Sisodia urged citizens to avoid believing in or spreading unverified information. He reassured the public that the government is dedicated to providing transparent and effective relief to those affected by the floods. He requested that the public consider the efforts undertaken by authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of residents during these challenging times.

The state government’s priority remains on restoring normalcy to flood-affected areas, and any attempts to distort these efforts through baseless accusations have been condemned.

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Minister Manohar announced that, following directives from Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan, the civil supplies and marketing departments are jointly providing each flood-affected family with a 25-kg bag of rice, one kg of sugar, dal, cooking oil, and two kg of onions and potatoes.

“Approximately 1,100 MDU vehicles and thousands of staff from across the state are involved in this distribution effort,” Manohar stated. He noted that efforts have been made to distribute these ration kits to 70,000 people on the first day. Additionally, Manohar assured that the kits will be given to families regardless of whether they possess Aadhaar or ration cards, with distribution based on the registration of their mobile numbers and personal details.

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Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu visited Ajith Singhmagar, YSR Colony, Raja Rajeswari Peta, and other locations with three tractor loads of food packets and water bottles. Minister BC Janardhan Reddy drove a tractor through the flood-stricken areas to distribute food packets at Kandrika Payakapuram. Ministers Gottipati Ravikumar and Anagani Satyaprasad inspected rehabilitation centers at Panumudi village in Repalle mandal, Bapatla district. Minister Kolusu Parthasarathi traveled by boat to deliver food and water in Krishna Lanka and Kotinagar of Division 15.

Minister Payyavula Keshav reported that, after two days of flooding in Vijayawada, some areas were beginning to receive relief as floodwaters receded and normal activities resumed. Minister Savitha waded through knee-deep water to distribute food, milk packets, and water door-to-door in Divisions 64, 65, and 66.

Minister F Narayana noted that Vijayawada had not experienced such severe rainfall and flooding in the Krishna River and surrounding streams in the past 200 years. He praised the coordinated efforts that helped reduce the number of casualties.

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