Naidu directs officials to effectively tackle Cyclone Murasu
Chairing a review meet, the Chief Minister instructs district collectors to stay alert to meet any contingency, keeping in view the likelihood of heavy rains and gales; says impact of the cyclone on the Andhra Pradesh coast is likely to be relatively limited
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu urged officials to effectively manage the potential impact of Cyclone Murasu on Andhra Pradesh. During a review meeting on cyclone preparedness on Monday, he emphasized the need for district collectors to remain vigilant and prepared for heavy rains and strong winds. Naidu noted that the cyclone's impact on the Andhra Pradesh coast was expected to be relatively minor, with lower wind speeds and rainfall intensity compared to Cyclone Arnab.
He directed officials to fill reservoirs, tanks and ponds to manage water effectively, especially in the south coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema regions, as heavy rains were forecasted in these areas. Naidu stressed the importance of protecting 6,800 tanks in six districts likely to be affected by the cyclone and activating Water Users' Associations for rainwater conservation.
He also ordered the deployment of electricity poles and personnel to restore power services in affected areas, with Palnadu district expected to receive the highest rainfall. Naidu instructed officials to complete post-cyclone restoration within 48 hours, expedite crop insurance compensation and input subsidies, and prevent crop inundation due to silt accumulation in drains.
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