Synopsis: In the state capital of Amaravati, a Real Time Governance Society (RTGS) is serving as the central nervous system for the entire operation, monitoring the cyclone’s trajectory and on-ground developments in real time. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has mandated all officials concerned to ensure that the “zero-casualty” mission is executed effectively.

Andhra Pradesh is on the razor’s edge on Tuesday, 28 October, as Cyclone Montha — fragrant flower in the Thai language — advances toward its coastline, projected to make landfall in the vicinity of Kakinada by evening.

The system is anticipated to bring wind gusts reaching up to 110 kmph, accompanied by intense, torrential rainfall likely to lash the entire region.

A comprehensive and multi-layered response has been activated

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