Andhra CM directs officials to monitor Cyclone Arnab, ensure zero casualties

October 26, 2026 6:20 PM

Andhra CM directs officials to monitor Cyclone Arnab, ensure zero casualties

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday directed officials to continuously monitor Cyclone Arnab’s movement, undertake advance precautionary measures and ensure there was no loss of life or property. The chief minister reviewed cyclone preparedness with officials and instructed them to alert people according to the likely impact of the weather system and take all necessary steps to minimise damage. “Officials must continuously track Cyclone Arnab’s movement, take prec...

District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad launched to strengthen local water governance and sustainability under Jal Jeevan Mission

October 14, 2025 10:39 PM

District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad launched to strengthen local water governance and sustainability under Jal Jeevan Mission

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, on Tuesday convened the first District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad - a national dialogue aimed at strengthening district-led governance, promoting innovation, and enhancing sustainability under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The event comes at a crucial juncture as the Mission has achieved a significant milestone of providing tap water access to over 15.71 crore (81.17%) rural households across India. The virtual eve...