Baleshwar: In a heartwarming gesture during the ongoing flood situation in Bhograi block of Odisha's Baleshwar district, the Block Development Officer (BDO) cooked and served food to flood-affected people at a cyclone shelter.

The Bhograi area has been experiencing continuous rainfall for nearly two weeks due to a low-pressure system. Rising water levels in the Subarnarekha River have also inundated several low-lying areas. As a result, hundreds of families have been unable to cook and have taken shelter at cyclone shelters.

The local administration has arranged cooked meals for the affected families. During a visit to assess the situation in Badmandaruni village, the Bhograi BDO not only inspected the arrangements but also joined the cooking activity and served food to the flood victims.

The BDO said that collective efforts and cooperation from everyone are essential during disasters to overcome the difficulties faced by affected people.

The BDO's gesture has drawn praise from various quarters.