UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Cracks Down on Delayed Disaster Compensation

UP CM Yogi Adityanath demanded explanations from officials over delayed compensation to families of disaster victims. Senior officials, including ADMs from five districts and three SDMs, face scrutiny. Disaster expert Ashwini Kumar has been suspended. Stricter measures will be taken if satisfactory clarifications are not given within two days.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday demanded explanations from officials responsible for delays in compensating families affected by natural disasters.

Officials, including Additional District Magistrates from five districts and three Sub-Divisional Magistrates, are under scrutiny, according to an official statement.

Disaster expert Ashwini Kumar has been suspended for negligence in flood-related duties. These officials have two days to clarify their actions, failing which more stringent measures may be implemented.

Relief Commissioner GS Naveen stated that, following the Chief Minister's directive, disaster-related death compensations are issued within 24 hours post-surveillance. Stricter actions will be taken against those showing negligence, he added.

(With inputs from agencies.)