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News:
- Kerala is facing its worst flood in 100 years.
Important facts:
2. Heavy rains in recent days triggered flooding and landslides while also leading to collapse of homes and bridges and severely disrupted air and train services in the southern state.
3. The State government faces the challenging task of rescuing people and moved them to relief camps.
4. The rescue efforts are led by soldiers, and the central government has asked armed forces to send additional teams to the southern state.
5. Following remedial measures can be taken to address the situation:
- Private and governmental efforts need to be stepped up to assist flood-affected people.
- The task of reconstruction will have to be addressed, covering public buildings, residential homes, roads and other infrastructure.
- Subsidised housing programme may be needed in the worst-hit areas , with tax breaks offered to residents.
