Kotpad,Sept 25 [UDN}:: Odisha Panchayati Raj Minister Rabi Narayan Naik on Thursday visited several low-lying and vulnerable areas of Kotpad block, including Shadaranga and Parinji, to take stock of the situation in view of the impact of the deep depression affecting the region. During the field visit, the Minister reviewed the ground situation and assessed the preparedness of the local administration to deal with possible…
Skill Development Camp Held in Kotpad to Promote Natural Handicrafts, Eco-Friendly Practices and Sustainable Livelihoods
Kotpad, Sept 25 [UDN}: A skill development camp focusing on natural handicrafts and environment-friendly practices was organised at the Government Upgraded High School in Asana under Kotpad block of Koraput district. The camp was conducted under the aegis of the Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department of the Government of Odisha, with the objective of promoting the use of naturally available materials for creating useful…
Koraput–Rayagada NH-326 Hit by Rain Disruption, Vehicular Movement Affected Along Key Highway Route
Rayagada,Sept 25 [UDN}: Vehicular movement on National Highway-326 between Koraput and Rayagada has been disrupted after water began flowing over the Chhotaguda bridge following incessant rainfall in the region. Hundreds of vehicles have reportedly been stranded on both sides of the bridge as the rising water level has made passage difficult. The disruption comes amid continuous heavy rainfall in Koraput district under the influence of…
Heavy Rain from Deep Depression Affects Six Odisha Districts, Revenue Minister Reviews Situation and Response Measures
Koraput,Sept 25 [UDN}: Odisha Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari has informed that six districts of the state have been particularly affected by heavy rainfall triggered by a deep depression. According to the minister, Koraput, Ganjam, Malkangiri, Gajapati, Nabarangpur and Rayagada have experienced significant impact from the heavy rain and strong winds associated with the weather system. Minister Pujari said the state government is closely monitoring the…
Weather to Weaken Over Next 24 Hours, but Red Warning Issued for Koraput, Nabarangpur and Kalahandi Amid Heavy Rain Threat
Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:The weather system affecting Odisha is expected to gradually weaken over the next 24 hours. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Warning for Koraput, Nabarangpur and Kalahandi, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with isolated extremely heavy showers during the period. According to IMD Regional Director Dr Manorama Mohanty, the deep depression has moved inland after crossing…
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan Rides Motorcycle to Inspect Development Projects and Review Ground Situation
Sambalpur:Sept 25 [UDN}: Sambalpur MP and former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan returned to Bhubaneswar on Thursday after completing a four-day tour of his parliamentary constituency. During the visit, he attended a series of government, private and political programmes across Sambalpur, Kuchinda, Deogarh and Rairakhol. On the final afternoon of his tour, however, Pradhan’s unusual mode of travel drew considerable attention. Leaving behind his official…
Heavy Rain Submerges Farmland Across Ganjam, Agriculture Department Launches Assessment of Crop Damage
Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:The deep depression over the region has led to the inundation of large tracts of agricultural land in several parts of Ganjam district, affecting standing crops and raising concerns among farmers. To assess the ground situation and examine the condition of the affected farmland, a team from the Agriculture Department visited various areas of the district today. The inspection was carried out…
High-Level Meeting Held to Expedite Flood Damage Assessment and Accelerate Restoration of Damaged Infrastructure
Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo chaired a high-level meeting with Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari and the Secretaries of the Energy, Information Technology and Water Resources Departments to review measures for the immediate assessment of flood-related damage and to accelerate the reconstruction and restoration of affected physical infrastructure across the state. The meeting focused on ensuring a swift assessment of…
Kotpad: Minister Ravi Nayak Visits Flood-Prone Areas, Reviews Preparedness as 200 Residents Evacuated in Advance
Kotpad:Sept 25 [UDN}: Odisha Panchayati Raj Minister Ravi Narayan Nayak visited several flood-prone areas of Kotpad block and reviewed the preparedness measures taken by the local administration amid the threat of flooding. As a precautionary measure, the administration evacuated around 200 people from vulnerable areas and shifted them to the Sadaranga shelter centre, where arrangements were made for their safety. During his visit, Minister Nayak…
Nabarangpur Faces Heavy Rainfall: Administration Steps Up Rescue, Relief and Restoration Efforts to Assist Affected Communities
abarangpur,Sept 25 [UDN}:: In view of warnings of moderate to heavy rainfall, lightning and strong winds gusting at speeds of 40–50 kmph, the Nabarangpur district administration has intensified rescue, relief and restoration operations across the district. The administration has taken immediate action following incidents of house damage, uprooted trees and waterlogging reported from different parts of the district. Polythene sheets, dry food and other essential…