AP CM Directs Officials to Send Assistance to Tribal Families Affected by Fire Accident
The Chief Minister said that the fire accident that occurred during the Sankranti festival brought great tragedy to the village
By : MD Ilyas
Update: 2026-01-13 05:53 GMT
Vijayawada: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday described the devastating fire accident in Sarlankapalle village of Kakinada district as a deeply tragic incident that cast a pall of gloom over Sankranti celebrations.
He directed officials to extend all possible assistance to the affected families and ensure that no victim is left to fend for themselves.
The Chief Minister conducted a detailed review meeting with ministers and senior officials on the incident. Officials informed him that as many as 38 thatched houses in the village were completely gutted in the blaze.
Stressing the need for swift and humane response, Naidu instructed the administration to stand firmly by the victims and provide immediate relief.
Home minister Vangalapudi Anitha and officials briefed the Chief Minister on the relief measures already underway. Naidu asked authorities to ensure temporary shelter and food arrangements for the affected families so that they do not face any hardship. As immediate assistance, he ordered the release of Rs 25,000 as ex gratia to each affected family.
The Chief Minister further directed that a new house be sanctioned to every family that lost its dwelling in the fire. He made it clear that the government would provide all necessary support, including accommodation and other essential assistance, until the new houses are constructed and handed over.
Taking note of the loss of vital documents in the fire, Naidu instructed officials to organise special camps in Sarlankapalle to reissue Aadhaar cards and other crucial documents to the victims without delay.
He also emphasised that the district officials and ministers must continuously monitor the relief operations to ensure timely and effective assistance to all affected families.
The Chief Minister conducted a detailed review meeting with ministers and senior officials on the incident. Officials informed him that as many as 38 thatched houses in the village were completely gutted in the blaze.
Stressing the need for swift and humane response, Naidu instructed the administration to stand firmly by the victims and provide immediate relief.
Home minister Vangalapudi Anitha and officials briefed the Chief Minister on the relief measures already underway. Naidu asked authorities to ensure temporary shelter and food arrangements for the affected families so that they do not face any hardship. As immediate assistance, he ordered the release of Rs 25,000 as ex gratia to each affected family.
The Chief Minister further directed that a new house be sanctioned to every family that lost its dwelling in the fire. He made it clear that the government would provide all necessary support, including accommodation and other essential assistance, until the new houses are constructed and handed over.
Taking note of the loss of vital documents in the fire, Naidu instructed officials to organise special camps in Sarlankapalle to reissue Aadhaar cards and other crucial documents to the victims without delay.
He also emphasised that the district officials and ministers must continuously monitor the relief operations to ensure timely and effective assistance to all affected families.