Dimapur, Aug. 1 -- The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) on Friday said all relief and rescue operations will be coordinated only through the respective District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) at the district level.

The NSDMA issued the notification to all NGOs, church organisations, civil-based organisations and well-wishers following extensive damage caused by heavy rainfall, landslides and flash floods across the state.

The move is aimed at ensuring the smooth, equitable and accountable distribution of relief materials.

It said the decision was necessary to avoid duplication and ensure that relief items reach all affected families and villages.

The NSDMA further said individuals, NGOs and organisations inte...