Akhilesh Yadav urges govt to step up relief work as 54 die in storms across UP

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav urges the Uttar Pradesh government to increase relief work after over 50 storm deaths.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday urged the Uttar Pradesh government to undertake relief and rescue operations on a "war footing" after severe storms and rain-related incidents left 54 people dead across the state.

Restoration and rescue operations post storm faced difficulties due to disrupted mobile networks. (PTI/ Representational)

In a post on X, Yadav said it was "extremely saddening" that "54 people had died" in Bhadohi, Fatehpur, Sonbhadra, Badaun and several other places due to the severe storm and strong winds, while lakhs of people were badly affected following the collapse of houses, trees and walls.

The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister urged the government to immediately arrange free and proper treatment for the injured, ensure the supply of food and drinking water, and make temporary accommodation arrangements for those affected.

He also demanded dignified last rites for the deceased and called for an early assessment of damage to life, property, crops and vehicles so that insurance claims and compensation could be ensured.

Yadav appealed to Samajwadi Party workers in unaffected areas to help people impacted by the disaster in every possible manner.

He also expressed condolences to the families of those killed in the storm-related incidents.