Chilika ,24/8: The Indian Navy team deployed for flood relief operations at Puri operationalised a Community Kitchen at Talada Panchayat of Astaranga Block of Puri district in the evening hours of 22 Aug 22.
Based on discussions held by the OiC Flood Relief Team with the Sarpanch and ward members of Talada Panchayat, the team surveyed nearby affected blocks and villages consisting of naval personnel, veterans and village sarpanch to ascertain the exact damage and assistance required.
The Community Kitchen set up by the team prepared and distributed nearly 800 meals for the affected populace. In addition, the team distributed nearly 400 dry provisions packets to severely affected people.
The medical team conducted general check up and distributed medicines to the stranded populace.