Congress Leaders Express Concern Over Cyclone Arnabs Devastation in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha

New Delhi, October 30 (Daily Kiran) : Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra voiced their concerns on October 30 regarding the destruction caused by Cyclone Arnab in Andhra Pradesh and the severe flooding in Odisha. They called on party workers to extend every possible assistance to those affected.

Priyanka Gandhi took to the social media platform X to express solidarity with individuals impacted by the cyclone and adverse weather conditions in both states. She urged Congress workers to participate in relief and rescue efforts.

In her post, she stated, “My heartfelt sympathies are with those suffering from the devastation of Cyclone Arnab in Andhra Pradesh and the heavy rains and floods in Odisha. I pray for everyone’s safety and implore Congress workers to provide all possible help to those affected and support relief and rescue operations.”

Kharge echoed her sentiments, expressing sorrow over the loss of life and disruption caused by the cyclone in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. He urged the central government to collaborate with state governments to implement relief and rehabilitation measures, ensuring assistance reaches the affected families.

In his post on X, Kharge said, “I am deeply saddened by the loss of life due to Cyclone Arnab in Andhra Pradesh and the significant disruption to daily life in Odisha. My heartfelt condolences go out to the grieving families. The central government should coordinate relief and rehabilitation efforts with state governments and ensure timely assistance to all affected families through the PM CARES Fund. I urge Congress workers to help those in distress in every possible way.”

Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu reported on Thursday that Cyclone Arnab has claimed seven lives in the state, with damages estimated at around ₹4,600 crores.

After conducting an aerial survey of the affected areas, the Chief Minister noted that the initial damage estimate stands at ₹4,600 crores, although this figure may rise following a comprehensive assessment.

Naidu also mentioned that he has communicated with Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the cyclone’s impact, providing updates on the current situation and the measures taken by the state government, along with an initial report on the damages.

In addition, the Odisha government has intensified rescue and relief operations in Ganjam and Gajapati districts following exceptionally heavy rainfall caused by the cyclone.