CM Shivraj drew flak as cops lift him in flooded area

Bhopal: The visit of CM Shivraj Singh Chauhan in flood affected area has evoked a new controversy. The above picture was taken by a photographer where CM was lifted by the cops in flooded area.  The picture is doing rounds on social media and has drawn flak from mainstream media as well.

(Pic: Twitter)
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan today said that a survey would be conducted of all dwellings to ascertain the flood damage with a view to provide relief amounts, besides rehabilitation material. The politician visited affected areas in Rewa, where he reached after meeting the affected people of Maihar.

“In case of death due to flood, compensation of Rs 4 lakh will be provided to the family. Moreover, Rs 95,000 shall be disbursed for a damaged house and 50 kg wheat given. In case of loss of a bovine, the figure shall be Rs 30,000, Rs 10,000 in the event of loss of a calf, Rs 3,000 in case of hog loss and Rs 60 per chicken. Immediate relief of Rs 6,000 will be doled out if a shanty or shop is damaged," an official statement quoted Mr Chouhan as saying. (UNI)