Amaravati, Oct 27 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured central assistance to the state to deal with cyclone 'Montha', which is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm on Tuesday morning.

The Chief Minister said that PM Modi called him earlier in the day to enquire about the intensity of the cyclone and the precautionary measures being taken.

Montha means fragrant flower.

According to an official release, the CM briefed the PM about the relief and precautionary measures taken by the state government. The PM in turn assured all necessary support from the Centre.

Naidu entrusted the responsibility of coordination with Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to state IT Minister Nara Lokesh and directed officials t

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