Aska Recovery Efforts Intensify Following Cyclone Arnab Impact
Aska, Ganjam: Relief and restoration activities have been intensified across Aska following the impact of Cyclone Arnab, with district authorities working round the clock to restore normalcy and provide assistance to affected residents.
The administration has deployed additional resources to strengthen relief distribution and improve accessibility in affected areas.
Around 20 auto-rickshaws and 10 tractors have been engaged to transport relief materials and support ongoing restoration efforts.
Traffic movement in the town has improved significantly after the clearance of heavy vehicles from congested stretches, enabling smoother transportation of essential supplies.
Public transportation services are also gradually resuming operations.
To address drinking water shortages, authorities have distributed approximately 30,000 water bottles among residents.
The number of water tankers serving affected areas is being increased to ensure uninterrupted supply of safe drinking water.
Cooked food is being provided throughout the day to people impacted by the cyclone.
Additional lighting arrangements have also been made in vulnerable locations, while adequate fuel reserves have been maintained to support emergency operations.
Efforts to restore electricity are continuing on a priority basis, with power distribution teams working to reconnect affected areas and repair damaged infrastructure.
The situation is being closely monitored by Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg, who is coordinating with the Ganjam district administration to oversee relief and restoration measures.
Officials have indicated that relief operations will continue until normal conditions are fully restored, with special focus on essential services, public safety, and the welfare of affected communities.
