Union Home Minister Amit Shah has initiated direct communication with the Chief Ministers of states impacted by Cyclone Arnab. During these discussions, the Home Minister assessed the ground situation and assured the state governments of full support and assistance from the central administration to manage the unfolding crisis.
Operational Response and Impact
As the cyclone makes landfall in Andhra Pradesh, the storm has already caused significant disruptions to regional air travel. In Odisha, authorities are currently mobilizing efforts to airlift residents who have become stranded due to rising floodwaters caused by the heavy rainfall associated with the system.
While emergency operations are underway, officials have cautioned the public against the spread of misinformation. Reports have emerged of old footage depicting a tornado in Odisha being circulated on social media under the guise of current Cyclone Arnab visuals. Meanwhile, the weather impact is expected to spread, with authorities in Kolkata bracing for heavy rainfall as the system tracks further.
The situation remains fluid as disaster response teams continue to monitor the storm's trajectory and provide aid to affected regions.
