Bihar, Central experts yet to act, says STF chief
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16/09/2008
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Hindu (New Delhi)
Weeks after tragedy, they were still trying to make up their minds: S.C. Jha
Needed: Rs.25,000 crore-Rs.30,000 crore package for rehabilitation, reconstruction
World Bank, IMF assistance sought
NEW DELHI: The Special Task Force on Bihar in the Planning Commission criticised the lack of coordination between the Centre and Bihar government in tackling the flood situation, and demanded an immediate action plan for rehabilitation of victims.
After a spot survey, STF chief S.C. Jha suggested a package of Rs.25,000 crore-Rs.30,000 crore for rehabilitation and reconstruction of all six flood-hit districts.
He told journalists that the demand for Rs. 9,000 crore made by Bihar was a