Bengaluru. Prime Minister Narendra Modi obtained comprehensive details on crop loss and other damages caused by recent unseasonal, incessant rains in the state by speaking to Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai over the phone.

Chief Minister Bommai explained the extent of loss of human lives, damage to crops and public property to the Prime Minister. Modi expressed concern at the havoc caused by flooding. The Prime Minister assured all assistance and cooperation from the centre to take up relief and rehabilitation. Bommai also explained the rescue and relief works being undertaken by the state government.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah too  dialled Bommai and obtained information on the flood situation and relief works. He expressed regret at the loss of life and damage to crops. Bommai briefed Shah on the relief works being taken up by the state government..