Financial Assistance for Natural Disaster

Financial assistance is determined based on the extent of damage: - Up to ₹10,000 – sanctioned by the Tehsildar - ₹10,001 to ₹50,000 – sanctioned by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) - Above ₹50,000 – sanctioned by the District Magistrate (DM) <br>

Damage assessment is conducted by the Regional Revenue Sub-Inspector and related departments through a field investigation under the supervision of the Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Magistrate. <br>

The process can be initiated either suo motu by the Revenue Administration or based on a report submitted by the affected person, a public representative, or local officials from the disaster-affected area. <br>

A three-member committee headed by the District Magistrate, including the Block Development Officer (or representative) and one Junior Engineer, identifies and verifies buildings that are completely damaged and unsafe for habitation. <br>

After assessment, a report is prepared and submitted to the competent authority (Tehsildar/SDM/DM), who approves the relief amount as per the prescribed limits and guidelines. <br>

Once approved, the amount is sent from the District Magistrate to the Tehsildar through the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, and the Revenue Sub-Inspector (Patwari/Lekhpal) distributes the amount to the affected person or family. <br>