Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday emphasised the need to work closely with Arunachal Pradesh and NEEPCO to control flood damages in northern parts of the State.
The Chief Minister, while reviewing the flood preparedness of Lakhimpur and Dhemaji during visits to the two northern bank districts, also stressed concentrating on expeditious rehabilitation measures.
"I have told the North Eastern Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO) officials that the problems being faced by the people must be resolved and people of Lakhimpur district or those living near Ranganadi river must not face major difficulties.
"The NEEPCO has five switches to regulate water released from its dam. When the switches are in working condition, they can release water in a phased manner. Problems arise when even one of the switches is not working," Sarma told reporters at Lakhimpur.
Release of excess water from the Ranganadi Hydro Electric Plant of NEEPCO in adjoining Arunachal Pradesh annually leads to floods in the northern parts of Assam, especially affecting Lakhimpur and Dhemaji districts.