Cyclone Michaung | T.N. Ministers review precautionary measures; NDRF, SDRF personnel positioned in eight coastal districts
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | T.N. Ministers review precautionary measures; NDRF, SDRF personnel positioned in eight coastal districts

The Hindu  

Senior Ministers of the Tamil Nadu government visited various parts of Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur districts on Sunday, December 3, 2023 where they reviewed precautionary measures being undertaken by various government agencies, in view of the cyclonic storm Michaung. Meanwhile, over 500 personnel from the National Disaster Response Force and State Disaster Response Force have been rushed to Chengalpattu, Chennai, Cuddalore, Kancheepuram, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvallur, Villupuram districts, in view of cyclonic storm Michaung. Nehru visited rain -affected areas in Kodambakkam in Chennai and later in Poonamallee on Sunday, Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu visited Gummidipoondi in Tiruvallur district, where he inspected the electric substation at Durainallur. Anbarasan visited various areas in Chengalpattu district and Textiles Minister R. Gandhi visited various areas in Ranipet district to review precautionary measures being undertaken.

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Will form disaster management teams in villages, says Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan
2 months, 1 week ago

Will form disaster management teams in villages, says Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan said on Sunday that the State government would take steps to form disaster management teams at the gram panchayat level to ensure quick response to any emergency as advised by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. At the inaugural of the National Institute of Disaster Management and the National Disaster Response Force campus …

AP: Anitha opens Disaster Management training seminar
3 months, 1 week ago

AP: Anitha opens Disaster Management training seminar

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha has said the Andhra Pradesh government is well-equipped to tackle any disaster under the leadership of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. She stated this during the inauguration of a three-day training seminar on disaster risk reduction at the National Institute of Disaster Management campus in Gannavaram on Monday. The minister said, “The government has sufficient funds …

Tamil Nadu, Chennai rains 12 December updates : Rains lash Tamil Nadu, schools closed in many districts
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu, Chennai rains 12 December updates : Rains lash Tamil Nadu, schools closed in many districts

The Hindu  

Intense rainfall activity may shift to south Tamil Nadu and western ghats districts on Friday as the well-marked low pressure area is expected to move towards that region and weaken gradually. Heavy rainfall pounded various parts of the State on Thursday till 5.30 p.m. Vazhapadi in Salem district received a very heavy rainfall of 18 cm followed by Manalmedu in …

Centre approves ₹944 crore as Cyclone Fengal relief to Tamil Nadu, promises more after assessment reports
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Centre approves ₹944 crore as Cyclone Fengal relief to Tamil Nadu, promises more after assessment reports

Hindustan Times  

The Centre on Friday approved the release of ₹944.80 crore to Tamil Nadu as two instalments of its share from the State Disaster Response Fund to help the state government's relief efforts in areas ravaged by Cyclone Fengal. “The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the release of ₹944.80 crore to the Tamil Nadu government as both the instalments of …

Flood damage: Central team to visit Tamil Nadu, Puducherry
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Flood damage: Central team to visit Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: An inter-ministerial central team to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Fengal in various districts of Tamil Nadu is arriving in Chennai on Friday evening. Since the cyclone has affected 14 districts and severely affected at least half of them, the central team is likely to be split into three or four groups to assess the damage in different …

MHA allocates Rs 944.8 cr to Tamil Nadu SDRF for Cyclone Fengal relief efforts
3 months, 2 weeks ago

MHA allocates Rs 944.8 cr to Tamil Nadu SDRF for Cyclone Fengal relief efforts

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the release of 944.80 crore to State Government of Tamil Nadu, as both the instalments of central share to the State Disaster Response Fund to help the state in providing relief assistance to those affected by Cyclone Fengal, a release by the MHA said on Friday. It added that the government led …

Tamil Nadu: Relief measures in Cyclone Fengal-hit areas continue
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Relief measures in Cyclone Fengal-hit areas continue

Deccan Chronicle  

A plethora relief measures have been taken up in Villupuram, Cuddalore and Kallakurichi districts that were hit by Cyclone Fengal with the deployment of senior IAS officers to oversee the wide range of operations that include setting up camps to accommodate those evacuated from low-lying and flooded areas, distribution of food and water and organizing medical camps.On the instructions of …

Relief materials distributed to 1.6K cyclone-affected families: TN agriculture minister
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Relief materials distributed to 1.6K cyclone-affected families: TN agriculture minister

New Indian Express  

VILLUPURAM: Tamil Nadu Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister MRK Panneerselvam on Wednesday distributed relief materials to 1,600 families affected by cyclone Fengal. The relief materials including mats, blankets, clothes, bread, biscuits, groceries, and rice were provided at relief centres in Manjakuppam private wedding hall, Villvarayanatham, and Kanganankuppam under Cuddalore Corporation and Panchayat Union. The meeting was attended by Special Monitoring …

Villupuram struggles to recover as Cyclone Fengal claim 14 lives, displace over 20,000
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Villupuram struggles to recover as Cyclone Fengal claim 14 lives, displace over 20,000

New Indian Express  

VILLUPURAM: The district is limping back to normalcy, as the floodwaters, caused by cyclone Fengal and the accompanying torrential rain over the last four days, has receded in most of the places. Heavy rains have claimed 14 lives across the district, including six in Vikravandi, two in Thiruvennainallur, five in Villupuram and one in Vanur. In a coordinated effort, relief …

PM calls Stalin, assures all help in cyclone relief
3 months, 3 weeks ago

PM calls Stalin, assures all help in cyclone relief

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin on Tuesday to enquire about the situation in the state in the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal, assuring him of all possible help from the Centre. “The Prime Minister spoke to me over the telephone and enquired about the damages caused by Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu,” Stalin posted …

Tamil Nadu: Cyclone Fengal-affected Villupuram residents hurl mud at Minister Ponmudi
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Cyclone Fengal-affected Villupuram residents hurl mud at Minister Ponmudi

Live Mint  

Tamil Nadu minister Thiru Ponmudi, who visited a flood-affected area in the Villlupuram district on Tuesday after Cyclone Fengal hit the state, was greeted by angry people with handfuls of mud, showed a video posted on the social media platform X. The DIPR behaves like the media arm of the DMK and is busy promoting the Gopalapuram scion to divert …

Video: Locals throw mud at Tamil Nadu minister as he visits cyclone-hit areas
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Cyclone Fengal: TN seeks ₹2,000 cr NDRF aid for restoration.
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: TN seeks ₹2,000 cr NDRF aid for restoration.

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday said, Cyclone Fengal had caused "unprecedented" devastation in the state and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to facilitate the release of Rs 2,000 crore interim relief from the NDRF at once. Regretting that DMK MPs were not allowed to draw the attention of Parliament on the havoc wreaked by Cyclone …

Cyclone Fengal: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin writes to PM Modi, seeks ₹2,000 crore NDRF assistance
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin writes to PM Modi, seeks ₹2,000 crore NDRF assistance

Live Mint  

Cyclone Fengal: In view of the unprecedented devastation caused by flooding in the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking assistance of ₹2,000 crore. Stalin stated that the cyclone affected 1.5 crore people in 14 districts of Tamil Nadu. Puducherry govt announces relief assistance ₹5,000 relief assistance has been …

Will ask centre to send team to assess damage by Cyclone Fengal, says CM Stalin
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Will ask centre to send team to assess damage by Cyclone Fengal, says CM Stalin

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin on Sunday said that the state government will request the union government to send a team to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu, especially in Villupuram, Cuddalore, and Chengalpattu districts. When pointed out that the centre failed to provide sufficient funds earlier, the CM said, “Let us be positive about it …

Chennai Mobilises 22,000 Workers for Cyclone Fengal Relief Efforts
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Chennai Mobilises 22,000 Workers for Cyclone Fengal Relief Efforts

Deccan Chronicle  

CHENNAI: The Chennai Corporation had engaged 22,000 employees to provide relief to the people affected by the heavy rains brought about by Cyclone Fengal for two days and distributed 2,32,200 food packets on Saturday when the 110 mm of rain was recorded between 7 am and 2 pm, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said. Reviewing the preventive measures undertaken by …

Cyclone Fengal: CM Stalin warns; stay indoors
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: CM Stalin warns; stay indoors

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Chief Minister M K Stalin called upon the people to not step out of their homes without any valid reason and refrain from setting out to watch the spectacle of the cyclone crossing the coast at any cost even as he reviewed the precautionary measures taken in the districts of Tiruvallur, Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu and Ranipet by talking to the …

Cyclone Fengal: NDRF 10th Battalion deploys four teams to Nellore, Chennai and Villupuram
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: NDRF 10th Battalion deploys four teams to Nellore, Chennai and Villupuram

The Hindu  

The 10th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force has deployed four teams to Chennai, Villupuram and Nellore to take up rescue and rehabilitation operations in the wake of Cyclone Fengal. “As many parts in Tamil Nadu, and a few districts in Andhra Pradesh, including Nellore, Tirupati and Chittoor, are receiving heavy rainfall, we have deployed teams to help the …

UPDATES | Cyclone Fengal to cross Tamil Nadu coast in 1.5 hours; DRDM sets up distress call numbers
3 months, 3 weeks ago

UPDATES | Cyclone Fengal to cross Tamil Nadu coast in 1.5 hours; DRDM sets up distress call numbers

New Indian Express  

CM reviews situation, state braces for impact Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin reviewed the situation at the State Emergency Operations Centre with top officials and later told reporters that all precautionary measures have already been taken and camps have been set up for people of vulnerable areas and food was also being distributed to them. An official release said: …

Cyclone Fengal: CM Stalin reviews relief works, preparatory arrangements in place
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: CM Stalin reviews relief works, preparatory arrangements in place

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday inspected reviewed the relief works underway and the preparatory arrangements in place to tackle the heavy rainfall being brought by cyclone Fengal in Chennai and nearby districts. At the State Emergency Operations Centre in Ezhilagam, the Chief Minister interacted with the Collectors of Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur, Ranipet, and Chengalpattu through video conference …

UPDATES | Cyclone Fengal to cross Tamil Nadu coast in 1.5 hours; DRDM sets up distress call numbers
3 months, 3 weeks ago

UPDATES | Cyclone Fengal to cross Tamil Nadu coast in 1.5 hours; DRDM sets up distress call numbers

New Indian Express  

CM reviews situation, state braces for impact Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin reviewed the situation at the State Emergency Operations Centre with top officials and later told reporters that all precautionary measures have already been taken and camps have been set up for people of vulnerable areas and food was also being distributed to them. An official release said: …

Cyclone Fengal: Chennai Faces Heavy Rain, Landfall Expected Tomorrow
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: Chennai Faces Heavy Rain, Landfall Expected Tomorrow

Deccan Chronicle  

Rainfall and Alerts Chennai recorded widespread downpours, with several areas reporting waterlogging and traffic disruptions. Coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry have been placed on high alert, with red warnings issued for heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next 24 hours. Preparations in Full Swing The Tamil Nadu government has ramped up disaster preparedness, deploying National Disaster Response …

Cyclone Fengal intensifies, red alert issued for coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal intensifies, red alert issued for coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

India Today  

Cyclone Fengal intensified into a storm in the Bay of Bengal, with the Indian Meteorological Department confirming its formation at 2.30 pm on November 29. The storm, initially a deep depression, is expected to move northwest towards Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to several coastal districts in the region. We expect wind speeds of 70-80 …

Cyclone Fengal approaches Tamil Nadu, heavy rain likely; schools, colleges shut
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal approaches Tamil Nadu, heavy rain likely; schools, colleges shut

India Today  

A deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a cyclone by Wednesday, bringing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh, according to the India Meteorological Department. Currently, located approximately 670 km off the coast of Chennai, the deep depression is moving toward Tamil Nadu and is likely to develop …

MK Stalin reviews cyclone preparedness in Tamil Nadu's Delta districts
4 months ago

MK Stalin reviews cyclone preparedness in Tamil Nadu's Delta districts

India Today  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin chaired a high-level meeting at the Secretariat to review the state’s preparedness as the India Meteorological Department predicted that the deep depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm ‘Fengal’ on November 27. The meeting included senior ministers, government officials, and district collectors from the Cauvery Delta …

Study finds infrastructure gaps that led to flooding in Chennai last monsoon
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Study finds infrastructure gaps that led to flooding in Chennai last monsoon

The Hindu  

The heavy rain brought on by Cyclone Michaung led to widespread flooding that made life hard for residents of many localities. The study points to the deficiencies in infrastructure and socio-economic disparities that complicated the situation in north Chennai during the cyclone and the resultant water stagnation in December last. A slew of reasons The study states, “Chennai city once …

Tamil Nadu rushes rescue team to flood-hit Wayanad
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu rushes rescue team to flood-hit Wayanad

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Expressing deep concern and anguish over the massive landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad region, Chief Minister M K Stalin announced a relief of Rs 5 crore on Tuesday and dispatched a rescue team headed by two senior IAS officers, K S Sameeran and Johnny Tom Varghese to assist in the rescue operations. Stalin also called Kerala Chief Minister Pinayari Vijayan …

Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary inspects Rs 5-crore emergency centre, monsoon preparedness
8 months ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary inspects Rs 5-crore emergency centre, monsoon preparedness

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chief Secretary Shiv Das Meena inspected the renovation work on the State Emergency Operations Centre which is being equipped with better communication facilities and technological infrastructure at a cost of Rs 5.12 crore at Ezhilagam on Saturday. The centre will have a multi-disciplinary coordination hall with technological facilities, including district-wise disaster monitoring facility with real-time data, real-time flood forecast, …

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore interim relief amid flood crisis
1 year, 3 months ago

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore interim relief amid flood crisis

India TV News  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for urgent assistance, seeking Rs 2,000 crore from the National Disaster Relief Fund to address the aftermath of devastating floods in the southern districts of the state. Stalin emphasised the need for immediate support to facilitate livelihood assistance and temporary rehabilitation efforts in areas severely impacted by …

Cyclone Michaung | Flood mitigation will become an electoral issue in Chennai: Ezhilan Naganathan
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Flood mitigation will become an electoral issue in Chennai: Ezhilan Naganathan

The Hindu  

With several parts of Chennai and its suburbs being crippled due to the impact of Cyclone Michaung, elected representatives in some places have had to face anger from the public who were denied access to electricity, milk or water for several days due to flooding. Speaking to The Hindu, DMK’s Thousand Lights MLA Ezhilan Naganathan, who has been seen visibly …

Tamil Nadu allocates Rs 1.90 crore to schools in 4 Michaung-effected districts
1 year, 3 months ago

Tamil Nadu allocates Rs 1.90 crore to schools in 4 Michaung-effected districts

India Today  

In the wake of Cyclone Michaung's aftermath, the Tamil Nadu government has earmarked Rs 1.90 crore for a cleanup drive in schools across four districts. Health Minister Ma Subramanian highlighted the government's collaboration with private hospitals, organising over 800 medical camps across affected districts. Meanwhile, the Greater Chennai Corporation has launched a cleanup drive to tackle stagnant water and clear …

Cyclone Michaung | Cash relief likely to cover 25 to 30 lakh families in T.N.
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Cash relief likely to cover 25 to 30 lakh families in T.N.

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu government’s cash relief of ₹6,000 each for cyclone Michaung- and flood-affected residents may cover nearly 25 lakh to 30 lakh families in Chennai and parts of the neighbouring districts of Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu. Stalin announced that the families affected by Cyclone Michaung in the Greater Chennai Corporation and the three districts would be provided with the …

Cyclone Michaung | Double the flood cash grant to ₹12,000 each, says Edappadi Palaniswami
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Double the flood cash grant to ₹12,000 each, says Edappadi Palaniswami

The Hindu  

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami, on Sunday, December 10, 2023 urged the Tamil Nadu government to double the cash assistance to ₹12,000 each to all families affected by Cyclone Michaung in Chennai and its neighbouring districts. The Tamil Nadu government must take measures to spray disinfectant and organize special medical camps, the former Chief Minister said. For the damaged …

The week in 5 charts | BJP wins three of five state polls, Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of destruction, Crime in India report, and more
1 year, 3 months ago

The week in 5 charts | BJP wins three of five state polls, Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of destruction, Crime in India report, and more

The Hindu  

BJP 3-1 Congress, ZPM wins Mizoram In a big boost for Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of a national election due next year, Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday won three out of five state elections. Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of destruction Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha states are slowly crawling back to normalcy in the wake of Cyclone Michaung, …

Cyclone Michaung | Tamil Nadu CM Stalin announces ₹6,000 as relief amount to all flood-affected families
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Tamil Nadu CM Stalin announces ₹6,000 as relief amount to all flood-affected families

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. A State government press release said ₹8,000, up from ₹5,000, would be given to those who needed to repair their huts damaged in the incessant rain that ravaged many parts of the State due to the cyclone. Crop loss compensation Mr. Stalin also increased the compensation amount to ₹17,000 from ₹13,500 for paddy fields per …

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin holds review meeting with ministers to assess damage
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin holds review meeting with ministers to assess damage

India TV News  

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday held a review meeting with the state ministers to assess damage by Cyclone Michaung that hit the state earlier this month. Earlier on Wednesday, the Chief Minister also wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and sought an immediate interim relief fund of Rs 5,060 crores amid the destruction caused by …

Cyclone Michaung | Chennai Rains: Greater Chennai Corporation Mayor R.Priya and Egmore MLA face backlash from people in Perambur and Pattalam respectively for delayed grievande redressal
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Chennai Rains: Greater Chennai Corporation Mayor R.Priya and Egmore MLA face backlash from people in Perambur and Pattalam respectively for delayed grievande redressal

The Hindu  

Demanding basic amenities, restoration of services and timely transportation of the deceased amid flooding, angry residents of Perambur surrounded Mayor R. Priya when she was inspecting the locality. A video clip that was circulated on social media showed people demanding electricity, stating that “Perambur is her area” and she was “elected Mayor by the people here”. N. Lakshmipathy, 54, who …

Cyclone Michaung | Preparing for health emergencies after flooding
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Preparing for health emergencies after flooding

The Hindu  

The Indian monsoon brings with it cyclones and flooding. Cyclone Michaung that swept through the coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh earlier this week left thousands marooned for several days. Tamil Nadu’s Director of Public Health issued a pre-emptive four-page instruction to health officials across the State to prepare for the emergency. | Cyclone Michaung The World Health …

Cyclone Michaung aftermath: People face shortage of basic necessities in Chennai
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung aftermath: People face shortage of basic necessities in Chennai

India TV News  

Cyclone Michaung aftermath in Chennai: Amid days of waterlogging in the state of Tamil Nadu, the patience of the people of Chennai has broken as many residents of different areas complain of shortage of even drinking water and lack of cleanliness. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will be donating one month's salary to the Chief Minister's Public Relief Fund …

Cyclone Michaung | Centre announces ₹1,500-crore aid to Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh after cyclone wreaks havoc
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Centre announces ₹1,500-crore aid to Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh after cyclone wreaks havoc

The Hindu  

The Union government on December 7 released funds for the States of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, and another tranche of funds for Chennai city, in the wake of damage inflicted by severe cyclonic storm Michaung that hit the coastal States this week. Union Home Minister Amit Shah posted on X on Thursday that government has approved ₹561.29 crore for …

Cyclone Michaung | Centre releases ₹450 crore to Tamil Nadu’s disaster response fund
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Centre releases ₹450 crore to Tamil Nadu’s disaster response fund

The Hindu  

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who took an aerial survey of flood-affected regions in and around Chennai on Thursday, December 7, 2023 said that the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has released the second instalment of its share of ₹450 crore to Tamil Nadu’s State Disaster Relief Fund. Integrated Urban Flood Management activities for Chennai Basin Project Pointing out that …

Cyclone Michaung | Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Chennai on December 7
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Chennai on December 7

The Hindu  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Tamil Nadu on Thursday, December 7, 2023, to assess the impact of the torrential rain brought by Cyclone Michaung in Chennai and surrounding districts this week. He will do an aerial survey of the affected areas between 12.20 p.m. and 1.10 p.m. Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan, Tamil Nadu’s …

Chennai: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducts aerial survey of flood-affected areas of Tamil Nadu
1 year, 3 months ago

Chennai: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducts aerial survey of flood-affected areas of Tamil Nadu

India TV News  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Chennai to conduct an aerial survey of areas affected by floods caused by Cyclone Michaung in Tamil Nadu. The survey took place on a day when Singh, accompanied by Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan, inspected the affected regions and engaged in discussions with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin. Union …

Cyclone Michaung | Many parts of south Chennai still inundated even after three days
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Many parts of south Chennai still inundated even after three days

The Hindu  

Water stagnation, power outage and depleting resources — this was the situation in south Chennai 72 hours after torrential rain from cyclone Michaung brought the city to its knees, even as normalcy was returning in many other parts. When will power be restored?”Vidyasagar Jagadeesan, a resident of Pallikaranai, said that the stretch from Narayanapuram to Kamakshi Hospital had been blocked …

Cyclone Michaung | Waterlogging in Chennai will be cleared in two days, says Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Waterlogging in Chennai will be cleared in two days, says Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary Shiv Das Meena on Wednesday expressed hope that waterlogging in Chennai, especially the southern region of the city that was worst affected by the torrential rain brought by Cyclone Michaung, would be fully cleared in two days. Addressing the media in Chennai along with senior officials from various departments, he said water stagnation continued in 866 …

No mobile network or power, north Chennai cries for help
1 year, 3 months ago

No mobile network or power, north Chennai cries for help

The Hindu  

North Chennai still reels under the impact of Cyclone Michaung as there is inundation in many areas with no electricity and no network connection. “It’s been three days since the cyclone struck and not one MLA, Greater Chennai Corporation official or any person from the official machinery have come to visit us. “We have had to clean the drain ourselves …

Cyclone Michaung: Officials told to carry out relief work in a compassionate manner
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung: Officials told to carry out relief work in a compassionate manner

Deccan Chronicle  

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy on Wednesday directed Collectors of districts affected by the severe cyclonic storm 'Michaung' and superintendents of police to work towards restoring normalcy in a compassionate manner. Be sympathetic to the affected people, put yourselves in their shoes and work on their needs," Reddy said in a statement shared by the …

Cyclone Michaung | Chennai Corporation cites staff crunch as reason for delayed removal of trees, garbage
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Chennai Corporation cites staff crunch as reason for delayed removal of trees, garbage

The Hindu  

In the wake of incessant rains caused by Cyclone Michaung, the flooding in various city areas is like an albatross around the neck of the Greater Chennai Corporation, causing a staff shortage as many personnel are stranded in inundated areas. About 80 daily-waste collection vehicles parked in Mylapore on December 4, 2023, are reported to have suffered damage due to …

Cyclone Michaung | 300 mobile medical units flagged off for Chennai, neighbouring districts
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | 300 mobile medical units flagged off for Chennai, neighbouring districts

The Hindu  

A total of 300 mobile medical units were flagged off in Chennai on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, in the wake of Cyclone Michaung. While 160 units will be stationed in Chennai; 50 are being sent to Tiruvallur; 60 to Chengalpattu and 30 to Kancheepuram districts, all of which have been badly affected by Cyclone Michaung in the past few days. …

Cyclone Michaung: TN BJP Chief Annamalai Wades Through Water To Distribute Relief Materials — Watch
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung: TN BJP Chief Annamalai Wades Through Water To Distribute Relief Materials — Watch

ABP News  

Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai took stock of waterlogged streets at AGS Colony in Velachery affected by Cyclone Michaung on Wednesday. According to ANI, Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai takes stock of waterlogged Velacherry AGS Colony in Chennai and distributes relief materials to people. #WATCH | Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai takes stock of waterlogged Velacherry AGS …

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