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BJD delegation to visit landslide-hit Dangesi village in Odisha’s Kandhamal

Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) A delegation of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD),the principal Opposition in Odisha will visit landslide-ravaged Dangesi village under Raikia block in Kandhamal district to assess the situation and express solidarity with families affected by the disaster, party sources said on Wednesday.
The landslide, triggered by torrential rainfall following Cyclone Arnab, has reportedly claimed three lives, including an infant from the same family, while around 12 people remain missing.
The BJD delegation will comprise Sudam Marandi, Padmanabha Behera and Saluga Pradhan. During their visit, the leaders will meet bereaved families, interact with affected villagers and assess the extent of the damage. They will also take stock of the ongoing rescue, relief and rehabilitation operations.
The delegation will review the immediate requirements of the affected families and identify issues that need urgent attention. The leaders will also gather first-hand information about the challenges faced by villagers in the aftermath of the landslide.
Following the visit, the delegation will submit a detailed report to BJD president Naveen Patnaik, outlining the ground situation and recommending necessary measures for relief, rehabilitation and support to the affected families.
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