ANDHRA PRADESH UNLEASHES ₹27-CRORE RELIEF OPERATION, DEPLOYS 15 NDRF TEAMS AHEAD OF CYCLONE LANDFALL

October 27, 2026

AMARAVATI, October 27, 2026: The Andhra Pradesh government has intensified its cyclone preparedness measures, allocating ₹27 crore for emergency relief and mobilising 15 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams ahead of the anticipated landfall of a cyclone threatening the state's coastal districts.

The state administration has stepped up precautionary measures to minimise casualties and property damage, with disaster-response personnel being deployed to vulnerable areas. Authorities are coordinating emergency operations and preparing to respond to potential flooding, strong winds and disruptions caused by the approaching weather system.

The deployment of NDRF teams is intended to strengthen rescue and evacuation operations, particularly in areas facing heightened exposure to the cyclone. The relief allocation is expected to support emergency preparedness and response requirements as officials assess the evolving situation.

The government is also coordinating with relevant departments to ensure that essential services and emergency assistance remain available to affected communities. Residents in vulnerable coastal areas are being urged to follow official advisories and cooperate with local authorities if evacuation becomes necessary.

The scale of the preparations reflects the state's efforts to reduce the potential human and economic impact of the approaching cyclone. Further developments will depend on the storm's trajectory, intensity and the timing of its expected landfall.