Centre to release its share of over ₹2,117 crore for disaster relief in advance to seven flood-hit States
The Indian Union government has approved an advance release of over ₹2,117 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund to assist seven flood-hit states. This funding aims to expedite relief operations during the current monsoon season.
Why it matters
Timely financial assistance is critical for disaster management and recovery in states frequently impacted by severe monsoon flooding.
The Union government has approved the advance release of its share of the State Disaster Response Fund of ₹2,117.85 crore to support seven flood-affected States during the ongoing monsoon season, an official statement said on Saturday (August 1, 2026).
Of the affected States, Himachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Nagaland have already received the first instalment of the Central share for the financial year 2026-27.
“To ensure timely availability of funds for relief operations, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has approved the advance release of the second instalment of the Central share of SDRF to Himachal Pradesh and Odisha,” the statement said.
Himachal Pradesh has been sanctioned ₹193.95 crore and Odisha is to get ₹500 crore as their second instalments.
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