Bhubaneswar, Aug. 3 -- Chief minister Mohan Majhi on Monday announced an initial relief package of Rs.110 crore after floods triggered by heavy rains killed at least six people and affected more than 860,000 people across 22 districts in the state.

Majhi said immediate assistance will be disbursed based on preliminary damage assessments, while additional financial support for damaged roads, bridges and other infrastructure will be provided after detailed surveys are completed.

The state government said gratuitous relief will continue for all eligible families until normalcy is restored.

Under the relief package, families whose houses were completely destroyed will receive Rs.1.2 lakh while assistance ranging from Rs.3,000 to Rs.8,000 w...