The coastal regions of West Bengal and Odisha are bracing for the impact, with heavy to very heavy rainfall and strong winds forecast for October 24 and 25. IMD Director-General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said that the landfall process will begin late on October 24 and continue through the early hours of October 25, with wind speeds peaking at 120 kmph.

In response to the cyclone, several precautionary measures have been put in place. Flight operations at Kolkata airport will be suspended for 15 hours starting at 6 pm on Thursday until 9 am on Friday. Eastern Railway has also cancelled 190 local trains in its Sealdah division between 8 pm on Thursday and 10 am on Friday to ensure passenger safety.

West Bengal’s coastal districts, including Bankura, Hooghly, Howrah, North and South 24 Parganas, Paschim and Purba Medinipur, and Kolkata, are under high alert. The state government has identified 2,82,863 people for evacuation from these areas. So far, 1,14,613 residents, primarily from the coastal regions of South 24 Parganas, including Sagar Island, the Sundarbans, and Kakdwip, have been safely relocated.

State Fire and Emergency Services Minister Sujit Bose assured that the government is working tirelessly to manage the situation. “We are working round the clock to ensure the safety of residents in the affected areas,” Bose said.

To support the evacuation and relief efforts, 13 battalions from the state’s disaster management force and 14 battalions from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed across the coastal regions of West Bengal and Odisha. Emergency response teams are on high alert to deal with any potential fallout from the cyclone.

As Cyclone Dana approaches, residents in the affected regions are urged to stay indoors, follow government advisories, and remain updated on weather alerts for any sudden changes in the storm’s trajectory.

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The perseverance and dedication of the relief workers, government employees, sanitation teams, and volunteers were unparalleled as they toiled day and night in three shifts to restore normalcy to Bejwada. Their unwavering commitment bore fruit as the once inundated city began to breathe again.

Vijayawada, once ravaged by the wrath of nature, now stood tall, its roads and buildings gleaming in the sunlight. The sound of motorcycles filled the air, signaling a return to normalcy and a renewed sense of hope among the residents. With emergency measures in place, the city swiftly recovered, thanks to the collective efforts of its resilient citizens.

As CM Chandrababu Naidu turned his gaze towards the Kakinada district, where the Eleru project faced challenges from the relentless rains, his determination remained unwavering. Despite the setbacks, Chandrababu’s resolve to protect the state from future floods shone through, leaving many curious about his upcoming plans.

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As the floodwaters recede, the government shifts its focus to mud removal, deploying 2100 personnel for sanitation work and engaging over a hundred firefighters in relief efforts. Essential supplies like food packets, water bottles, milk, and biscuits are distributed generously, catering to the needs of thousands. Meal arrangements for a substantial number of individuals underscore the administration’s dedicated relief measures.

Chandrababu highlights the critical issue of Budameru in Vijayawada, criticizing the lack of attention from the previous regime. He condemns misinformation about Amaravati’s flooding and advocates for accountability, insisting on justice for all victims. Calling upon Union Minister Amit Shah to inspect the affected areas, Chandrababu emphasizes preventive actions for future calamities and warns against exploiting the situation for personal gain.

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