With reference to the cyclone response in Andhra Pradesh, consider the following statements: 1. A total of 400 machines were ordered for the restoration efforts. 2. The state government deployed 7,000 personnel for power restoration. 3. The government mandated compensation specifically for damaged mango plantations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Naidu orders 7,000 personnel and 400 machines for power restoration amid impending cyclone

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Disaster management framework (NDMA, SDRF)· Prelims· 31 October 2026

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Why in news

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu ordered the deployment of 7,000 personnel and 400 machines for power restoration and mandated compensation for crop damage due to an impending cyclone in Andhra Pradesh.

Background

The Andhra Pradesh government is deploying 7,000 personnel and 400 machines specifically for power restoration. The Chief Minister also mandated compensation for damaged coconut plantations and banana crops with a call for extended insurance coverage.

Facts for Prelims

Fact7,000 personnel and 400 machines deployed for power restoration in Andhra Pradesh
PlaceAndhra Pradesh: State affected by impending cyclone
FactCompensation mandated for damaged coconut plantations and banana crops

Prelims practice question

With reference to the cyclone response in Andhra Pradesh, consider the following statements:

A total of 400 machines were ordered for the restoration efforts.
The state government deployed 7,000 personnel for power restoration.
The government mandated compensation specifically for damaged mango plantations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: Compensation was mandated for coconut plantations and banana crops.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the importance of proactive disaster management and robust insurance frameworks in mitigating the socio-economic impact of natural calamities on the agricultural sector.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Compensation lag: Delays in payout for crop damage affecting rural liquidity
Insurance gap: Need for comprehensive risk-pooling for small-scale plantation farmers
Infrastructure resilience: Challenges in maintaining power grid integrity during high-velocity cyclones

Keywords: Disaster Mitigation · Climate Resilience · Agricultural Insurance · Emergency Response · Socio-economic Impact

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