149 Wayanad township houses to be completed by October 31 for landslide survivors
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Disaster management and rehabilitation: a GS3 case study on integrated infrastructure and livelihood restoration.
Why in news
Agriculture Minister T. Siddique announced the completion of 149 houses in the second phase of the Wayanad township by October 31 for Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslide survivors.
Background
The Wayanad township at Elstone Estate, Kalpetta, includes 178 houses in the first phase (177 families moved in) and 149 houses in the second phase. The District Collector reported providing ₹2 lakh to 370 families, and a ₹15-crore skill park tender is set to begin.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact149 houses in the second phase of the Wayanad township to be completed by October 31
- Fact₹2 lakh financial assistance provided to 370 families
- Fact₹15-crore skill park tender to be initiated for survivors
- BodyDistrict Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) to conduct the lot draw for house allotment
- PlaceWayanad township located at Elstone Estate, Kalpetta
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Wayanad township rehabilitation project, consider the following statements:
- The township is located at Elstone Estate, Kalpetta.
- The second phase of the township includes 149 houses to be completed by October 31.
- A financial assistance of ₹5 lakh was provided to 370 families.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 and 2 only
- (b)1 and 3 only
- (c)2 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: The note states ₹2 lakh was provided to 370 families.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of integrated rehabilitation models, combining housing, skill development, and infrastructure, in disaster-resilient planning for landslide-affected regions.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional coordination: Role of DDMA and State Disaster Management Authority in beneficiary identification and asset transfer
- Socio-economic restoration: Linking immediate housing with long-term livelihood security through skill parks
- Infrastructure integration: Necessity of essential services like health centres and anganwadis in disaster-affected townships
Keywords: Disaster Management · Rehabilitation · Skill Development · Resilient Infrastructure · Livelihood Restoration
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