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Assam Floods: IPL player Riyan Parag, donates Rs 1 lakh

GUWAHATI: In the wake of floods which wreaked havoc in Assam, a number of celebrities and prominent personalities have come forward to lend a helping hand to the flood victims.

Joining the league of such personalities, IPL player from Assam Riyan Parag has donated Rs one lakh to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.

Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Tweeted: “Thank you @ParagRiyan for your contribution of ₹ 1 Lakh to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. It is heartening to see the young generation coming forward in large numbers to help those affected during #AssamFloods. “

Prior to this, ace sprinter Hima Das and Assamese filmmaker Rima Das too have contributed towards flood relief among others.

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