Tamil Nadu government fully prepared to face Northeast monsoon: Revenue Minister
Minister K.A. Sengottaiyan said the department had conducted a series of review meetings on monsoon preparedness, and nearly 98% of the preparedness works had been completed
Tamil Nadu government is fully prepared to face the Northeast monsoon, according to Revenue Minister K.A. Sengottaiyan. The minister made the announcement on Thursday (October 15, 2026) at Ezhilagam, Chennai. Sengottaiyan revealed that the department had conducted review meetings on monsoon preparedness, with nearly 98% of the necessary works already completed.
Hospitals and medical facilities have been asked to remain ready to cater to any emergencies that may arise. Additionally, the preparedness of Amma Unavagams (self-help groups) to provide food and educational institutions designated as rehabilitation centres have been reviewed. The minister also mentioned that the Northeast monsoon is likely to be moderate in October and expected to intensify in November.
Taking into account the potential impact of a Super El Niño, a team of Ministers led by Minister for Public Works Aadhav Arjuna has been appointed to oversee monsoon preparedness and rescue efforts in various zones. IAS officers have also been appointed for all 15 zones to coordinate these efforts. The Revenue and Agriculture Departments will jointly assess any crop damage caused by drought, compile the data, and prepare estimates by December.
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