Adani Group donates Rs 25 crore to flood-hit Andhra Pradesh

VIJAYAWADA: The Adani Group donated Rs 25 crore for flood relief in Andhra Pradesh, contributing to the ongoing aid efforts following severe damage caused by heavy rains and flooding earlier in September.

Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports, handed over the cheque to Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu in Vijayawada.

Chairman Gautam Adani announced the donation via social media, emphasising the company's commitment to supporting flood-hit regions. Andhra Pradesh has already received around Rs 350 crore in donations from various organisations and individuals across India.

Several districts in Andhra Pradesh experienced widespread flooding after torrential rains in the first week of September. The Budameru stream overflowed, causing significant waterlogging in Vijayawada. Thousands of homes were submerged, leaving approximately 2.5 lakh people affected. Many residents faced losses as household items were destroyed by floodwaters.

The floods claimed 40 lives, and hundreds of animals perished. Relief efforts continue, with donations from Telangana and other states, alongside contributions from industrialists and philanthropists in India and abroad.