Amit Shah directed the formation of a multi-sectoral central team. This is to mitigate losses from natural disasters. The team includes experts from various institutions. This follows a review of disasters in Himachal Pradesh. The Union government has deputed an Inter-Ministerial Central Team. They will assess damages in the state.
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