Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik met with senior government officials to discuss the potential cyclonic situation caused by low pressure in the South Bay of Bengal and instructed the administration to remain prepared.
“The chief minister said that the forecast of the cyclonic storm that comes in the summer season is very complicated. In 2019, the Fani cyclone also came suddenly and caused extensive damage. All life is precious to us. So we have to be prepared without any delay,” the statement said. According to the statement, CM Patnaik suggested that all departments including NDRF, ODRAF and fire services should remain prepared for any kind of situation and if necessary evacuate all the people from the coastal and low-lying areas and keep them safe in the cyclone shelters. He asked to keep all necessary machines and equipment ready. He also advised to make advance plans for post-cyclone response.
The Chief Minister directed the Chief Secretary to conduct regular reviews regarding the cyclone and the Special Relief Commissioner to closely monitor the situation and work in coordination with all departments.
