The Chief Minister of Puducherry, N Rangaswamy, has revealed that the government will be offering financial aid to residents impacted by Cyclone Fengal. The announcement includes relief assistance of Rs 5,000 for all ration cardholders affected by the cyclone. Additionally, due to the heavy rainfall and subsequent damage to crops, the government has decided to provide Rs 30,000 per hectare to affected farmers in the state.
Cyclone Fengal brought unexpected heavy rainfall to Puducherry, resulting in significant damage to crops in the region. In response to the devastation, the government has allocated funds to support farmers who have suffered losses due to the cyclone. Moreover, the cyclone's impact has extended to the fishing community, with the government announcing relief measures to aid in repairing the damaged boats following the recent floods.
The aftermath of Cyclone Fengal has led to severe flooding in various areas of Puducherry, including the inundation of over 200 residences in NR Nagar near the Sankaraparani River. The Indian Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been actively involved in conducting rescue operations to evacuate stranded residents from the flooded areas. Local authorities, including the District Collector and the Public Works Department Minister, are working on the ground to assess the situation and expedite relief efforts for the affected communities. The Indian Army, mobilized to assist in rescue operations, has successfully evacuated hundreds of residents from flood-hit areas, focusing on saving lives and providing aid to those in distress.