Mamata Banerjee Urges Jharkhand CM to Address Flood Concerns

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee spoke to her Jharkhand counterpart, Hemant Soren, regarding the release of water from dams causing floods in West Bengal. The Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) assured reduced water discharge due to less rainfall. Banerjee is monitoring the situation and coordinating with district officials.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday discussed the evolving flood situation with her Jharkhand counterpart, Hemant Soren, concerning the release of water from dams in Jharkhand.

Banerjee expressed concerns over the man-made flood situation in West Bengal due to water releases. Despite the Damodar Valley Corporation's assurance of reduced water discharge following decreased rainfall, she remains vigilant.

Banerjee emphasized her active monitoring of the situation, coordinating with district officials to ensure precautionary measures are in place. The DVC noted the improved water flow capacity of rivers downstream in West Bengal, mitigating the flood threat.

(With inputs from agencies.)