Naidu orders electricity and road restoration within 2 hours for Cyclone Arnab
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Disaster Management: Importance of rapid response mechanisms and infrastructure resilience in coastal regions.
Why in news
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu ordered the restoration of electricity and roads within two hours to mitigate the impact of Cyclone Arnab.
Background
The Chief Minister held a teleconference with 32,000 personnel on October 28, 2026. NDRF and SDRF teams were placed on standby to provide food, water, and medical facilities at shelters.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact32,000 personnel were mobilized for Cyclone Arnab response in Andhra Pradesh
- PlaceAndhra Pradesh
Prelims practice question
How many personnel were mobilized for the Cyclone Arnab response in Andhra Pradesh?
- (a)50,000
- (b)32,000
- (c)10,000
- (d)15,000
Show answer
Answer: (b) 32,000 — The note states that 32,000 personnel were mobilized for the Cyclone Arnab response.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of rapid response mechanisms and inter-agency coordination in mitigating the impact of cyclonic storms in coastal India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistical bottleneck: Time-sensitive restoration of critical infrastructure like power grids and arterial roads
- Inter-agency synergy: Coordination between NDRF, SDRF, and state administrative machinery for emergency relief
Keywords: Disaster Management · Rapid Response · Infrastructure Resilience · Inter-agency Coordination · Crisis Management
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