Bhubaneswar: The Housing & Urban Development Department is on high alert as Cyclone ‘Montha’ is approaching the coast. To ensure public safety and continuity of essential services, the department has intensified preparedness measures in all urban areas.

All officers engaged in emergency duties have been ordered to cancel their leaves, and field officers have been directed to remain at their headquarters and stay vigilant round the clock. The Department has issued comprehensive instructions to Urban Local Bodies to ensure effective cyclone preparedness, response, and relief.

All ULBs have been instructed to identify and monitor waterlogging-prone areas, deploy required manpower and equipment, and ensure timely drainage of storm water. Cyclone shelters have been kept on standby, with arra

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