Relief delivery a challenge in Andhra

Death toll due to rains and floods mounted to 32 in the state which is believed to be higher

- S GURU SRIKANTH

DESPITE the overcast sky and drizzling on Wednesday, floodrelief works continued for the fourth day in Vijayawada. While floodwater receded in a few parts of the city, last mile food delivery continued to be a challenge.

According to statistics, total toll due to rains and floods mounted to 32 in the State. Of the total, 23 deaths were reported in NTR district and two people were missing.

However, it is believed that the death toll could be much higher, as several bodies, reportedly found in flood-affected areas remain unaccounted for.

As the floodwater receded, a few people, who had moved out of their homes following the deluge, visited their houses only to be devastated by the trail of destruction that the floods have caused.