Bhubaneswar: With a possible Cyclone ‘Murasu’ looming, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister Rabi Narayan Naik Sunday directed officials to step up preparedness and ensure the availability of drinking water, essential supplies and emergency services in vulnerable areas.
Chairing a review meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan on the progress of relief, restoration and rehabilitation works in areas affected by Cyclone Arnab, Naik asked officials to remain alert and make all necessary arrangements in advance to tackle any eventuality.
He also directed officials to expedite the restoration of damaged drinking water projects, rural roads, bridges and other infrastructure by deploying additional manpower and resources wherever required.
Stressing the need to restore connectivity at the earliest, he called for close coordination with the local administration to ensure timely delivery of relief and assistance to affected people.