Minister for Sericulture and Youth Empowerment K.C. Narayana Gowda inspected the rain-hit areas of Shivamogga city and outskirts on Monday.
He visited Bapuji Nagar, Holehonnur Road, B. Beeranahalli, the city court area, New Mandli and the adjoining regions, along with Lok Sabha member B.Y.Raghavendra and senior officers of the district. He interacted with people and assured them of relief and measures to avoid inconvenience due to rain in future.
Speaking to the media, the Minister said the cost of damage caused due to the rains in the district had been assessed at ₹40 crore. “The officers have estimated the damage. I will discuss with the Chief Minister about the relief to be provided.”
