CM Majhi Reviews Cyclone ‘Montha’ Preparedness, Emphasises Zero Casualties

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday reviewed the state’s preparedness to face Cyclone ‘Montha’ at Lok Seva Bhawan and directed officials to ensure “zero casualties” through timely evacuation and coordinated response. Although the cyclone is currently impacting parts of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha is expected to experience heavy rainfall and strong winds, especially across…

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Residential Hands-on Skill Development Training for Vocational Students Kicks Off Across Odisha

Bhubaneswar: A five-day Residential Hands-on Skill Development Training Programme for students of Government Vocational Higher Secondary Schools has commenced across Odisha, aiming to strengthen practical competencies and boost employability among youth. The training, organised by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), is being held simultaneously at three premier institutions — the Central Tool Room…

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Cyclone ‘Montha’ Set to Hit Andhra Coast Tonight, Heavy Rainfall and Strong Winds Lash Odisha

Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday issued a midday alert, warning that Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Montha’ (pronounced Mon-Tha) is inching closer to the Andhra Pradesh coast and will likely make landfall near Kakinada late this evening or night. The system is expected to unleash heavy rain, strong winds, and rough sea conditions across…

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Odisha on High Alert as Cyclone ‘Montha’ Nears Landfall; Over 11,000 Evacuated

Bhubaneswar: With Cyclone ‘Montha’ barreling toward the Andhra Pradesh coast, the Odisha government has intensified its preparedness measures, evacuating more than 11,000 people from vulnerable coastal and low-lying regions. The cyclone’s outer bands have already brought heavy rain and strong winds to several southern districts of the state. Authorities said the government plans to evacuate…

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Odisha Health Department on High Alert to Tackle Cyclone ‘Montha’ Impact

Bhubaneswar: With Cyclone Montha expected to impact parts of south and southwestern Odisha in the coming days, the State Health and Family Welfare Department has announced full preparedness to handle any health-related emergencies. A high-level review meeting, chaired by Health Secretary Aswathy S., was held this evening via video conferencing with district collectors, CDMOs, and…

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Odisha Gears Up Power Infrastructure Ahead of Cyclone ‘Montha’

Bhubaneswar: With Cyclone Montha approaching the Odisha coast, the Revenue and Disaster Management Minister reviewed the preparedness of various government departments to mitigate its potential impact. The high-level meeting, attended by the Development Commissioner, ACS-cum-Special Relief Commissioner, Principal Secretary (Energy), and Secretaries of other line departments, focused on ensuring safety, continuity of essential services, and…

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