Maharashtra Floods: Hrithik Roshan Is ‘Deeply Grieved’; Riteish-Genelia Deshmukh Donate 25 Lakh

As a few parts of Maharastra have been hit by severe floods, Bollywood celebs are making sure to do their bit. While Hrithik Roshan is ‘deeply grieved’ with the those affected, B-Town couple Riteish-Genelia Deshmukh has donated Rs 25 Lakh for Maharashtra Flood Relief.

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Maharashtra Floods: Hrithik Roshan Is ‘Deeply Grieved’; Riteish-Genelia Deshmukh Donate 25 Lakh

The gigantic Koyna Dam, with its reservoir, spread across 890sqkm and a capacity of 100 TMC, was filled up by a half or more than 50 TMC in only nine days this year. A staggering 3.78 lakh people have been shifted to 432 temporary relief camps set up by the Maharashtra government in flood-hit areas like Sangli, Kolhapur, and Satara districts. We have been witnessing daily visuals and coverage by news channel where our Army officers and government officials are working tirelessly to help victims reach a safe zone after being rescued. Many across India have poured their heart out and have prayed for the safety of those affected by the floods. Our Bollywood celebrities are also helping those in need monetarily.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has thanked the actor couple of Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh for contributing Rs 25 lakh towards Chief Minister Relief Fund for Maharashtra floods. Fadnavis tweeted a photograph of the couple handing over the cheque to the minister. Fadnavis wrote, “Thank you Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh for the contribution of Rs 25,00,000/- (Rs 25 lakh) towards CM Relief Fund for Maharashtra floods.” Bollywood celebs have been taking to social media to grieve the loss caused by floods.

Hrithik Roshan: Deeply grieved to see the loss caused by floods in various parts of the country. I hope and pray that all those affected, rise above the calamity soon and stand stronger than ever.

Riteish Deshmukh: This will make your day. Gratitude to the saviours. Women tying Rakhis to our brave soldiers. यही हमारी संस्कृति है! जय हिंद!!  #Sangli #Maharashtra

Ajinkya Rahane: Praying for everyone affected in the floods across the country. Let us all do everything we can to help them recover quickly.

Nagma: As flood in Maha, Kerala, Karnataka, Bihar cont to wreak havoc & in other flood-affected states,Bravehearts opening up their homes to save&serve others offer a ray of hope. Praying situation improves & all countrymen r safe.#stand in solidarity on with all affected by this calamity

We pray for the safety for all those affected by the floods in Maharshtra, Kerala, Karnataka and Goa.

 


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