On 16 October 2026, the government announced the distribution of 40 million Turkish lira to citizens affected by floods in Antalya, Kocaeli, and Sakarya. Minister Açil Gökta said the funds are intended to meet the basic needs of those impacted in the first phase of relief.
In her announcement, Minister Açil Gökta stated: "Vatandaşlarımızın ilk etapta temel ihtiyaçlarının karşılanması amacıyla, 3 ilimize toplam 40 milyon lira tutarında kaynak aktardık." She also added: "Rabb'im, ülkemi ve milletimi her türlü afetten muhafaza eylesin."
Psychosocial support teams from the Ministry of Social Services and Family are conducting door‑to‑door visits to evaluate the needs of affected households. As a family and social services minister explained: "İlerimizde faaliyet gösteren Sosyal Yardımlaşma ve Dayanışma Vakıflarımız aracılığıyla hane ziyaretlerimizi gerçekleştiriyor ve ihtiyaçları tespit ediyoruz."
The ministry’s teams continue their assessments to ensure the assistance reaches those who need it most.
The aid aims to provide basic necessities to flood‑affected citizens. The ministry’s teams continue their assessments to ensure the assistance reaches those who need it most.