Naidu praises officials for effective management of Cyclone Montha

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday praised government officials and local departments for their prompt and coordinated relief efforts during Cyclone Montha, which recently battered parts of the state.

Reviewing the relief operations, Naidu commended the dedication and efficiency displayed by staff at all levels. “I am very happy. For the first time in my life, I’ve seen such prompt, enthusiastic, and committed work from everyone,” the Chief Minister said.

He noted that despite heavy rains and widespread tree falls, road clearance and restoration work began immediately. “Earlier, it used to take four to seven days to respond, but this time, roads were cleared quickly,” Naidu remarked, crediting village secretariat staff and line departments for their “wonderful teamwork.”

The Chief Minister also highlighted improvements in the management of relief camps, particularly for vulnerable groups.

“In previous years, I saw pregnant women suffer a lot during such situations. But this time, everything was handled perfectly, and no pregnant woman faced any inconvenience,” he said.

Naidu lauded the seamless coordination among various departments, saying it ensured timely relief, restored connectivity, and minimised hardship for people in cyclone-affected regions.

He described the collective effort as a reflection of the administration’s commitment to public service and disaster preparedness.