Ministers Anagani, Gottipati visit flood-hit villages in Repalle constituency
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ministers Anagani, Gottipati visit flood-hit villages in Repalle constituency

The Hindu  

Ministers Anagani Satyaprasad and Gottipati Ravikumar have been actively touring several villages in the Repalle constituency in the Bapatla district of Andhra Pradesh that have been severely affected by recent floods. Follow Andhra Pradesh, Telangana September 4 rain updates here The villages include Chatagadda, Rudravaram, Morthota, Tiratla Lanka, Chandupallivari Palem, Rajula Cheruvu, Lankavani Dibba, Tummala, Potu Meraka, and Nalluri Palem. In addition to addressing the concerns of the people, Ministers Anagani and Gottipati also inspected the farmlands that have been submerged and damaged by the floods, assessing the extent of agricultural loss. Their visit aims to ensure that necessary relief measures are implemented and that the affected communities receive the support they need during this challenging time.

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CM Naidu Orders High Alert Amid Heavy Rains in Andhra
1 day, 23 hours ago

CM Naidu Orders High Alert Amid Heavy Rains in Andhra

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada:Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday directed officials to be on high alert and extend all necessary help to people in the wake of heavy rains lashing several parts in north coastal Andhra districts. Officials briefed the CM at the Chief Minister’s Office with regard to the latest developments following the heavy rains. When officials told Chandrababu Naidu about …

Edappadi K Palaniswami Wants Survey of Crop Damage and Relief
1 week, 3 days ago

Edappadi K Palaniswami Wants Survey of Crop Damage and Relief

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami urged the State government to make an assessment of the damage to crops in the two-day rains brought about by the depression in the delta districts of Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Thanjavur and Cuddalore and other places and pay adequate compensation to the affected farmers. In a statement on Friday, Palaiswami said the heavy …

Sathanur Dam flood alert failure? Tiruvannamalai villagers left in chaos after sudden release
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Sathanur Dam flood alert failure? Tiruvannamalai villagers left in chaos after sudden release

New Indian Express  

S Venkatesan from Puthur Chekkadi, which is home to over 500 houses, said that only a few people in the village received SMS alerts from the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority, that too on Monday morning, when the village was already flooded. However, there was no specific warning about release of such a huge quantity of water on Monday …

Video: Locals throw mud at Tamil Nadu minister as he visits cyclone-hit areas
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Video: Locals throw mud at Tamil Nadu minister as he visits cyclone-hit areas

India Today  

Tamil Nadu minister K Ponmudi on Tuesday visited a Cyclone Fengal-hit area in the state where he was welcomed with handfuls of mud by villagers who were reportedly angry over the inadequate drainage systems that have left their homes waterlogged. As per the reports, the incident took place in the Iruevelpattu area on the Tiruchirapalli-Chennai road, where the agitated villagers …

Tamil Nadu: Floods Triggered By Cyclone Fengal Sweep Away Buses As Uthangarai Hit By Historic Rainfall — WATCH
3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Floods Triggered By Cyclone Fengal Sweep Away Buses As Uthangarai Hit By Historic Rainfall — WATCH

ABP News  

Cyclone Fengal has caused widespread disruption in Tamil Nadu, with severe flooding sweeping away parked buses in Uthangarai, Krishnagiri district. The Parasaneri Lake in Uthangarai overflowed following heavy rains, leading to floodwaters rushing onto the Tirupathur-Uthangarai road and washing away several parked vehicles. #CycloneFengal #Tamilnadu #Floods #Krishnagiri pic.twitter.com/K8Jla22VUc — Chennai Weatherman December 2, 2024 Cyclone Fengal: Floods In Krishnagiri's Uthangarai, …

Heavy Rainfall Wreaks Havoc in Northern Karnataka, With Bridge Collapse and Exam Disruption
2 months ago

Heavy Rainfall Wreaks Havoc in Northern Karnataka, With Bridge Collapse and Exam Disruption

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rainfall wreaks havoc in northern Karnataka, with over 40 houses submerged in Haveri district and a bridge completely washed away in Davanagere. The floods have caused extensive damage to crops and infrastructure, leaving residents and farmers in a state of despair. The government has set up relief centres to provide assistance to those affected, but many residents refuse to …

CM surveys Odisha flood damage, stresses on prompt relief
3 months ago

CM surveys Odisha flood damage, stresses on prompt relief

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday made an aerial survey of the flood-hit areas in Balasore and directed the district administration to reach out to the affected people promptly and expedite rescue and relief operations. He also reviewed the situation in presence of Health and Family Welfare minister Mukesh Mahaling, Balasore MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi, government chief whip …

Jagan terms Yeleru floods man-made
3 months, 1 week ago

Jagan terms Yeleru floods man-made

New Indian Express  

VIJAYAWADA: Holding the TDP-led NDA government responsible for floods to Yeleru, YSRC chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Friday said the State government failed to take preventive measures despite early warnings for heavy rains. Terming the floods in the district as man-made, Jagan lashed out at Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu for the mismanagement of the Yeleru Reservoir. During his …

Andhra Pradesh floods: Central team gets down to task; govt. pegs preliminary damage at ₹6,880 crore
3 months, 1 week ago

Andhra Pradesh floods: Central team gets down to task; govt. pegs preliminary damage at ₹6,880 crore

The Hindu  

The six-member Inter-Ministerial Central Team, led by Anil Subramaniam, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, took stock of the flood situation and the damage caused by it, during a meeting at the office of the State Disaster Management Authority, at Kunchanapalli in Guntur district on September 11. Mr. Sisodia told the team members that seven districts — West Godavari, Eluru, …

NDA government in Andhra Pradesh unleashed vindictive rule, alleges Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy
3 months, 1 week ago

NDA government in Andhra Pradesh unleashed vindictive rule, alleges Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy

The Hindu  

Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and YSR Congress Party president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy launched a broadside against the NDA government in Andhra Pradesh, accusing it of unleashing a vindictive rule and warned that Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu would eventually pay the price for it. “Addressing media persons in Guntur after consoling former MP Nandigam Suresh at the …

Central team arrives in Andhra Pradesh to assess flood damage
3 months, 1 week ago

Central team arrives in Andhra Pradesh to assess flood damage

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: An inter-ministerial central team comprising six members has started inspecting the flood-hit areas of Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday to assess the extent of loss to crops and properties. The team members include: Union home joint secretary Anil Subrahmanyam, agriculture welfare director AL Wagmer, surface transport chief engineer Rakesh Kumar, finance consultant RB Koul rural development deputy secretary Pradeep Kumar, …

P. Narayana commits to remove Encroachments along water bodies to prevent future floods in Vijayawada
3 months, 1 week ago

P. Narayana commits to remove Encroachments along water bodies to prevent future floods in Vijayawada

The Hindu  

Municipal Administration Minister P. Narayana said the government was committed to removing encroachments along the course of Budameru and other water bodies and to bring about special legislation for it if the situation warranted, keeping in view the need to curb in future the menace of flooding like the one that just battered Vijayawada city for close to ten days. …

Mitigate loss of property and life in natural disasters: Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha
3 months, 1 week ago

Mitigate loss of property and life in natural disasters: Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha

New Indian Express  

VISAKHAPATNAM: Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha has called for increased vigilance to manage natural disasters effectively. During a video conference held from the Visakhapatnam Collectorate on Tuesday, the Minister reviewed the impact of recent heavy rains and the relief efforts carried out in Visakhapatnam, Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Anakapalle, Alluri Sitharama Raju and Parvathipuram Manyam districts. The Minister urged the formation of disaster …

AP Home Minister Calls for Enhanced Disaster Response
3 months, 1 week ago

AP Home Minister Calls for Enhanced Disaster Response

Deccan Chronicle  

VISHAKHAPATNAM: Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha has emphasized the need for heightened vigilance and immediate action in response to natural calamities. During a video conference she held with officials on Tuesday, Anitha asked district collectors and SPs from Visakhapatnam, Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Anakapalli, Alluri Sitarama Raju and Manyam districts to ensure that effective rescue and relief steps are in place to mitigate …

Central teams to arrive on September 10 for assessing flood damage in Telangana
3 months, 1 week ago

Central teams to arrive on September 10 for assessing flood damage in Telangana

The Hindu  

National Disaster Management Authority advisor and joint secretary in Home Ministry Col Kirti Pratap Singh will be leading a six member delegation to tour Khammam and Mahabubad regions for an assessment of the loss in floods in Telangana on Tuesday. BJP delegation meets 16th Finance Commission Earlier, a delegation of BJP leaders led by Malkajgiri MP Eatala Rajender, secretaries - …

Floods Claimed 33 Lives in Telangana: Ponguleti
3 months, 1 week ago

Floods Claimed 33 Lives in Telangana: Ponguleti

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy said that heavy rain and subsequent floods over the past few days had affected approximately 2 lakh people across 358 villages. Srinivas Reddy said the government was providing Rs 16,500 per affected family, and it was being directly deposited into their bank accounts. The government has directed collectors to purchase damaged grain through the …

AP Forms Group of Ministers to Address Flood Losses
3 months, 1 week ago

AP Forms Group of Ministers to Address Flood Losses

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: The Andhra Pradesh government has established a Group of Ministers to oversee the assessment of flood damage and continuously monitor the flood situation. Special Chief Secretary Neerabh Kumar Prasad issued an order on Monday appointing the GoM, which comprises the Ministers for Finance, Municipal Administration, Home, and Revenue. Following unprecedented rainfall on August 30 and 31, which saw some …

‘War on floods’ poised to end, says Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu
3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘War on floods’ poised to end, says Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu

The Hindu  

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said the ‘war on floods’ in Vijayawada was about to end in a day or two as the government worked tirelessly over the last nine days to mitigate the suffering of about seven lakh people. Addressing media persons after visiting Ajith Singh Nagar in the city on Monday, Mr. Naidu said the government was taken …

Andhra Pradesh govt. forms 1,700 teams to enumerate flood damage
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Andhra Pradesh govt. forms 1,700 teams to enumerate flood damage

The Hindu  

The State government has constituted 1,700 teams to enumerate the damage caused by the recent floods in the Krishna river. The teams will comprise a deputy tahsildar, revenue inspector, ward assistant and a policeman, said Information & Public Relations and Housing Minister Kolusu Partha Sarathy. Addressing the media at the NTR District Collectorate on Monday, Mr. Partha Sarathy said that …

Brace for heavy rains: Andhra Pradesh CM to officials
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Brace for heavy rains: Andhra Pradesh CM to officials

New Indian Express  

VIJAYAWADA: Taking stock of the heavy rains in North Coastal Andhra and Godavari districts under the influence of the depression in the Bay of Bengal, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu directed all the Collectors of the respective districts to be on high alert. Pointing out the possibility of flash floods in Parvathipuram Manyam and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts, the Chief Minister …

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu alerts Collectors to possibility of heavy rains in Andhra Pradesh
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu alerts Collectors to possibility of heavy rains in Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on September 8 alerted the District Collectors about the low pressure area that formed in the Bay of Bengal, saying that there was a likelihood of heavy rains for two days till September 9. Addressing the Collectors through a teleconference, Mr. Naidu said the fresh spell of rains, which was predicted to be …

Heavy rains lash Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Heavy rains lash Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

Heavy rains lashed Vizianagaram, Rajam, Cheepurupali, Saluru and other places of Vizianagaram district on Sunday. He inspected several areas and directed Municipal and Revenue staff to be alert for the next couple of days with the forecast of heavy rains on Monday and Tuesday too. With continuous inflows to Thatipudi reservoir, the irrigation officials released water from the reservoir after …

Flood relief: Shivraj Chouhan promises Rs 3,448cr to AP from disaster relief fund
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Flood relief: Shivraj Chouhan promises Rs 3,448cr to AP from disaster relief fund

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has promised to seek release of an immediate assistance of Rs 3,448 crore from the State Disaster Relief Fund, including the Centre’s share, to enable Andhra Pradesh tide over the floods-related crisis situation. The Union minister inspected the crops affected by rains and floods at Kesarapalli village of Gannavaram mandal in Krishna district …

Centre To Provide Rs 3,448 Crore Immediate Assistance Under SDRF To Flood-Hit Andhra, Telangana
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Centre To Provide Rs 3,448 Crore Immediate Assistance Under SDRF To Flood-Hit Andhra, Telangana

News 18  

Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday announced an immediate assistance of Rs 3,448 crore to mitigate the impact of floods in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Chouhan, who is in Telangana today after reviewing the flood situation in Andhra Pradesh, said: “No one needs to be disappointed. Presently, the arrangement is being made to provide immediate assistance of Rs 3,448 …

Compensation for crop loss will soon reach flood-hit farmers in Andhra Pradesh, says Union Agriculture Minister
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Compensation for crop loss will soon reach flood-hit farmers in Andhra Pradesh, says Union Agriculture Minister

The Hindu  

Union Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan interacted with the flood-affected farmers at Kesarapalli of Gannavaram mandal in Krishna district along with Rajahmundry MP and BJP State president Daggubati Purandeswari and other leaders on September 6. Mr. Chouhan assured the farmers, including the tenant farmers, that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu …

Central Team Inspects Flood-Hit Areas in AP
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Central Team Inspects Flood-Hit Areas in AP

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada:A Central committee led by home additional secretary Sanjeev Kumar Jindal assured to submit a report on the extent of loss caused due to heavy rains and floods to AP to help it get relief from the Centre in an expeditious manner. The committee members inspected the flood hit areas and the kind of relief being extended to the affected …

Andhra floods: Officials say plugging Budameru breaches proves to be daunting task
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Andhra floods: Officials say plugging Budameru breaches proves to be daunting task

New Indian Express  

VIJAYAWADA: Efforts are on to plug the breaches to Budameru rivulet, which is proving to be a challenge given the extent of the breach which is reported to be 50-60 metres each. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said HRD Minister Nara Lokesh and Minister for Water Resources Nimmala Rama Naidu are supervising the works to plug the breaches at the …

Andhra Pradesh Ministers advocate relocation of low-lying villages in Bapatla district
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Andhra Pradesh Ministers advocate relocation of low-lying villages in Bapatla district

The Hindu  

There is an urgent need for relocation of the villages in the low-lying areas abutting the Krishna River in Repalle Assembly constituency of Bapatla district in Andhra Pradesh, Ministers Anagani Satya Prasad and Gottipati Ravi Kumar have observed. Mr. Satya Prasad and Mr. Ravi Kumar on September 4 visited the flooded Lankevani Dibba island village, the last habitation in Bapatla …

Jagan slams Naidu for ‘negligent handling’ of flood crisis, demands ₹25 lakh ex gratia victims
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jagan slams Naidu for ‘negligent handling’ of flood crisis, demands ₹25 lakh ex gratia victims

The Hindu  

The YSR Congress Party president and former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has demanded that the State government pay ₹25 lakh ex gratia to the families of the deceased and ₹50,000 to each house damaged by the recent floods in Vijayawada. ‘Could’ve been avoided’ Later, speaking to the media, he expressed deep concern over how the government handled the …

Andhra Floods: Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan Criticises Past Govts, Says 'They Didn't Pay Attention To Encroachment'
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Andhra Floods: Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan Criticises Past Govts, Says 'They Didn't Pay Attention To Encroachment'

ABP News  

Amid the ongoing flood crisis in Andhra Pradesh, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has criticised previous state governments for their lack of action on encroachments, particularly in urban areas. On flood situation in parts of the state, Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan said, "I did a review meeting today. #WATCH | Vijayawada | On flood situation in parts of …

YSRC President Jagan Mohan Reddy announces Rs 1 crore aid to Budameru flood victims
3 months, 2 weeks ago

YSRC President Jagan Mohan Reddy announces Rs 1 crore aid to Budameru flood victims

New Indian Express  

VIJAYAWADA: YSRC president and former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy announced Rs 1 crore aid for Budameru flood victims after discussing the situation with senior leaders at the party central office in Tadepalli on Tuesday. “The Rs 1 crore aid from the YSRC will be used to support the flood victims,” Jagan said. The YSRC leaders pointed out that …

Andhra rains: 4.15 lakh people affected by rain and flood in Andhra Pradesh; Navy steps in
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Andhra rains: 4.15 lakh people affected by rain and flood in Andhra Pradesh; Navy steps in

The Hindu  

Thousands of denizens, who are enduring one of the worst flood furies in the last several decades in Vijayawada, on Tuesday were seen moving out of their houses to safety as the flood water receded a little, allowing them to wade through the flooded streets. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana rain LIVE As many as 4,15,171 people were affected by rain and …

Timely Precautions Saved Lives, Property: Seethakka
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Timely Precautions Saved Lives, Property: Seethakka

Deccan Chronicle  

WARANGAL: Panchayat raj minister Danasari Anasuya 'Seethakka', during an inspection of flood-affected areas in Warangal on Monday, said timely precautionary steps by the district administration saved many lives and property. All the employees should work in coordination with the same spirit to bring the situation to normalcy," she said during her tour, accompanied by district collector Adwait Kumar Singh and …

16 killed as torrential rains lash Telangana
3 months, 2 weeks ago

16 killed as torrential rains lash Telangana

Hindustan Times  

The torrential rains that have been lashing different parts of Telangana claimed at least 16 lives and another five people reported missing, the official reports said on Monday evening, even as chief minister A Revanth Reddy said as per the preliminary estimates, the damage to the state due to heavy rains at ₹5,000 crore. Stating that the preliminary estimates put …

35 killed in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh as rains continue to wreak havoc
3 months, 2 weeks ago

35 killed in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh as rains continue to wreak havoc

Hindustan Times  

Unprecedented rainfall and floods in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh over the past three days have killed 35 people, battered roads and rail tracks, submerged thousands of acres of crops and left people scrambling for essentials, as agencies engaged in relief and rescue operations and the chief ministers of the two states stepped up efforts to tackle the situation. Sixteen people …

Collectors of 11 districts in Telangana put on alert anticipating heavy rains on Tuesday
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Collectors of 11 districts in Telangana put on alert anticipating heavy rains on Tuesday

The Hindu  

Collectors of 11 districts in Telangana were put on alert by the Chief Secretary A. Santhi Kumari as the meteorological department has warned of heavy rains in these districts on Tuesday, as per a press note. The Chief Secretary said that a 31-member National Disaster Response Force team along with four boats were being sent to Nirmal. It is advised …

Floods: Andhra Pradesh government intensifies relief measures, death toll pegged at 17 in three districts
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Floods: Andhra Pradesh government intensifies relief measures, death toll pegged at 17 in three districts

The Hindu  

A respite from rains in the last 24 hours helped Andhra Pradesh government intensify the flood relief and rescue measures in the flood-ravaged parts of the State, especially Vijayawada city and its suburbs which bore the brunt of nature’s fury. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu visited the affected areas in Vijayawada well past midnight and was on the field till …

Telangana Chief Minister urges Centre to release ₹2,000 crore for immediate flood relief
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Telangana Chief Minister urges Centre to release ₹2,000 crore for immediate flood relief

The Hindu  

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has appealed to the Central government for an immediate release of ₹2,000 crore in relief funds, citing preliminary estimates that place the State’s losses due to incessant rains at nearly ₹5,000 crore. Mr. Reddy also requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit Telangana to inspect the widespread damage caused by the heavy rains over the …

Telangana to set up State disaster response force to better handle floods, emergencies in future
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Telangana to set up State disaster response force to better handle floods, emergencies in future

The Hindu  

The State Government has decided to set up Telangana Disaster Response Force to tackle emergency situations like floods in future. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced this during a meeting with Ministers and senior officials to review the flood situation and know about the relief measures put in place to avoid inconvenience to people in the affected areas. Mr. Revanth …

Watch: CM Chandrababu Naidu visits flood-affected areas in Vijayawada
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Watch: CM Chandrababu Naidu visits flood-affected areas in Vijayawada

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh CM ChandraBabu Naidu on Monday visited flood-affected areas in Vijayawada and assured support to people struck in flooded water. He visited the city for the second time within 24 hours and spoke to the people who were stuck in their houses amid several feet of swirling water. We need to reach every last house stranded in the flooded …

Telangana govt steps up relief measures following heavy rains
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Telangana govt steps up relief measures following heavy rains

The Hindu  

The Telangana government on Monday stepped up relief measures following heavy rains in the state which led to the death of at least nine people and inundation of low-lying areas. State Panchayat Raj Minister Danasari Anasuya visited rain-affected areas in the Mahabubabad district and enquired about the relief measures taken up and about help provided to those who were shifted …

Monsoon floods kill dozens in India, thousands in relief camps
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Monsoon floods kill dozens in India, thousands in relief camps

Al Jazeera  

The Indian Air Force flies more than 200 rescue officers and 30 tonnes of emergency aid to Telangana and Andhra Pradesh states. Intense monsoon rains and floods in India’s southern states have killed at least 25 people, with thousands rescued and taken to relief camps, officials say. According to local media reports, the Telangana government has also urged India’s federal …

Bhatti Oversees Flood-Relief in North Telangana Districts at Night
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bhatti Oversees Flood-Relief in North Telangana Districts at Night

Deccan Chronicle  

Adilabad: Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka toured the flooded districts in North Telangana from Saturday midnight while he was travelling to Khammam from Ramagundam of the Peddapalli district. The Deputy Chief Minister personally oversaw the administration’s relief efforts for the people of low-lying areas in Madhira assembly constituency, visiting places through the night. The Deputy CM visited a few places …

PM Modi speaks to Telangana, Andhra Pradesh CMs as rain wreaks havoc | 10 points
3 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi speaks to Telangana, Andhra Pradesh CMs as rain wreaks havoc | 10 points

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rainfall continued to wreak havoc across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on Sunday, leading to severe flooding, loss of life, and widespread disruption. Emergency meetings were held by the respective chief ministers of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, A Revanth Reddy and N Chandrababu Naidu, to assess the situation and coordinate rescue operations. “Informed Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri @AmitShah ji …

At least 13 killed after floods in eastern Bangladesh affect 4.5 million people
4 months ago

At least 13 killed after floods in eastern Bangladesh affect 4.5 million people

Hindustan Times  

Flooding in 12 districts of Bangladesh has affected more than 4.5 million people, adding to the pressure on the interim government led by Nobel laurate Muhammad Yunus, which is grappling with a host of political and economic challenges. The latest report from Bangladesh’s Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre said five rivers in the eastern part of the country were flowing …

Maha to review flood lines, come up with policy on urban flooding: CM
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Maha to review flood lines, come up with policy on urban flooding: CM

Hindustan Times  

Chief minister Eknath Shinde on Monday inspected the flood-affected areas of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad and assured that the state government will review flood lines and come up with a policy to address urban flooding. I request you to cooperate with the local administration,” Shinde said at Ekta Nagar on Sinhgad Road which was among the areas worst hit by flooding. …

Floods in Godavari Submerge Villages, Relief Efforts Underway
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Floods in Godavari Submerge Villages, Relief Efforts Underway

Deccan Chronicle  

Kakinada: Though floods in River Godavari have started receding, many villages in Velerupadu and Kukkunuru mandals of Eluru district and Dr. B.R. People of various villages in Kukkunuru mandal have been accommodated at shelters in Polavaram project rehabilitation colonies at Rayakunta, Kivvaka and Marripadu. People of Kukkunuru said while compensation has been paid to victims of floods who have taken …

Chief Minister should first focus on flood relief works, says R. Ashok
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Chief Minister should first focus on flood relief works, says R. Ashok

The Hindu  

Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly R. Ashok on Wednesday said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah should first focus on flood relief works rather than spend time giving explanations to the party high command about scandals that the government was embroiled in. Expressing his unhappiness over the flood relief works, Mr. Ashok said: “You should stop visits to New …

AP to have new paddy varieties capable of withstanding cyclone havocs
4 months, 3 weeks ago

AP to have new paddy varieties capable of withstanding cyclone havocs

Deccan Chronicle  

Kakinada: Agriculture Minister K Atchannaidu has said the AP government is making efforts to bring new varieties of paddy that would withstand the impact of cyclones and other natural disasters. He along with agriculture commissioner Delhi Rao, district collector Prashanthi, joint collector Tej Bharat and others visited the flood-affected areas in Rapaka village in Seethanagaram mandal on Sunday evening.The minister …

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