- Cyclone Dana expected to make landfall in Odisha on October 25.
- Evacuations and over 5,000 relief centers prepared in Odisha and West Bengal.
- NDRF and Indian Coast Guard mobilized to manage emergencies.
Cyclone Dana is set to make landfall between Bhitarkanika National Park and Dhamra Port in Odisha on October 25, bringing heavy rains and winds reaching up to 120 kmph.
Odisha and West Bengal are preparing by evacuating residents from low-lying areas, closing educational institutions, and setting up relief centers.
Odisha Prepares for Cyclone Dana: Evacuations and Relief Measures in Full Swing
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has deployed ministers and senior officials to monitor the impact across districts. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has stationed 20 teams in Odisha and 13 in West Bengal, with reserve teams in place for any emergencies. The Indian Coast Guard is working closely with local agencies to broadcast weather alerts and manage the cyclone’s aftermath.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has instructed MLAs to visit their constituencies and assist with rescue operations. Ministers have been assigned to oversee cyclone management in heavily impacted districts, while senior IAS officers will coordinate efforts to minimize damage. Temporary shelters are being readied across the state, providing food, water, and medical supplies for evacuees.
In neighboring West Bengal, authorities have initiated similar measures. The Indian Meteorological Department predicts that coastal areas, including Puri and West Bengal’s Sagar Island, could experience heavy rainfall and flooding. The Indian Coast Guard has increased its presence along the coast, mobilizing helicopters and vessels to assist fishermen and seafarers who may be affected.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is at the forefront of cyclone preparedness. With 20 teams deployed in Odisha and 13 in West Bengal, their priority is to evacuate people from vulnerable areas before Cyclone Dana’s landfall. Additional teams are on standby in Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand to provide further support if needed.
With coordinated efforts from the government, the NDRF, and the Indian Coast Guard, Odisha and West Bengal are bracing for Cyclone Dana’s impact. The focus remains on minimizing casualties and ensuring the safety of all citizens.
“Help people. I strongly believe, together we can weather the storm like never before,” said Naveen Patnaik, urging cooperation and caution as Cyclone Dana approaches.
