By Our Correspondent
JAGATSINGHPUR/BHUBANESWAR:In line with the vision and directions of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Odisha to ensure zero casualties during the impending cyclone, senior officers of the State Government and Police are actively monitoring preparedness and response measures on the ground. Under the supervision of DGP Odisha, Shri Vinaytosh Mishra, IPS, senior officers are visiting vulnerable areas to review preparedness, oversee evacuation arrangements and ensure the safety of every life.
As part of these efforts, Dr. Satyajit Naik, IPS, IGP, Central Range, Kataka, accompanied by Shri J. Sonal, IAS, District Magistrate-cum-Collector, Jagatsinghpur, and Shri Ankit Verma, IPS, SP, Jagatsinghpur visited Jatadhari Muhana, a prominent coastal estuary in Jagatsinghpur district, to review cyclone preparedness and assess arrangements for the safe evacuation of people from vulnerable coastal areas.
During the visit, the officers reviewed evacuation measures and the shifting of residents to designated cyclone shelters. They also visited shelter homes to inspect the availability of essential amenities and ensure that evacuees have access to the necessary facilities, with particular emphasis on their safety, comfort and well-being.
The Hon’ble Chief Minister, during the pre-cyclone review, firmly instructed all departments to work on a war footing, ensuring effective interdepartmental coordination through a “Whole of Government Approach.” In accordance with this vision, senior officers are remaining present in the field to monitor preparedness, facilitate coordinated action and ensure a prompt response to any emerging situation. The focus also extends to post-disaster recovery and the swift restoration of essential services.
To strengthen emergency response capabilities, one platoon each of ODRAF and NDRF has been deployed in Jagatsinghpur district to facilitate rescue, evacuation and relief operations as required.
The District Control Room and Police Control Room are functioning 24×7 to coordinate emergency response measures, monitor the situation and address public requirements. The administration and police are working in close coordination to ensure timely assistance and effective communication with residents in vulnerable areas.
The district administration and police urge people to remain calm and vigilant, cooperate with the authorities, move to designated cyclone shelters whenever instructed and strictly follow official advisories.
With the clear mandate of zero casualty, the administration and police remain fully mobilised on the ground to safeguard lives, ensure coordinated emergency response and minimise the impact of the cyclone.
