Bhubaneswar: Telecom connectivity has been restored in 20 blocks of Ganjam district following disruptions caused by Cyclone Arnab and flash floods, with the state government directing service providers to complete restoration in all remaining affected areas by Sunday evening.
Electronics and Information Technology Minister Mukesh Mahaling, accompanied by Additional Chief Secretary of the Electronics and IT Department Vishal Dev, reviewed the progress of restoration work in the affected areas on Saturday.
According to the department, BSNL and other telecom service providers had restored connectivity in 20 blocks of Ganjam district as of 5 pm on October 31. Restoration work is continuing in the remaining affected locations.
During the review, telecom operators were directed to expedite repair and restoration work and ensure that services resume in all affected areas by Sunday evening.
The Electronics and IT Department is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with telecom service providers to address operational challenges and speed up the restoration process.
The government has emphasised the importance of restoring reliable communication services at the earliest to ensure that people in cyclone and flash flood-affected areas can access timely information and emergency assistance.
