Pravati Parida Reviews Cyclone Arnab Preparedness in Rayagada

Rayagada: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Wednesday reviewed the preparedness of Rayagada district to deal with the possible impact of Cyclone Arnab, directing officials to remain alert and ensure a coordinated response to any emergency.

The review meeting was held at the Rayagada District Collector’s Office, where officials discussed the state government’s preparedness and preventive measures to minimise the impact of the anticipated cyclone.

Emphasising the government’s ‘Zero Casualty’ objective, Parida directed all concerned departments to remain fully prepared and prioritise the safety of people in vulnerable areas.

She stressed the need for timely distribution of relief materials, uninterrupted supply of safe drinking water and prompt delivery of emergency services. She also called for close coordination among departments to ensure a swift response and protect lives and livelihoods.

The meeting was attended by senior administrative officer Sudarshan Chakraborty, Rayagada District Collector Ashutosh Kulkarni, Superintendent of Police Raj Prasad and other senior officials. Officers from all blocks of the district joined the meeting virtually.

The review focused on strengthening advance preparedness and ensuring that the district administration and concerned departments are ready to respond to any situation arising from the possible cyclone.