Hyderabad: Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, Minister for Revenue and Disaster Management, has issued an urgent directive for officials to remain on high alert as heavy rains and floods continue to impact Telangana. During a morning review meeting, the minister closely monitored the situation in the districts of Khammam, Kothagudem, Warangal, Suryapet, Nalgonda, and Hyderabad, instructing disaster management officials to be on standby at the secretariat.
The minister called on district collectors to prepare for any emergency situations, urging them to implement immediate measures to assist those stranded in flood-affected areas and to relocate residents from low-lying regions to safer locations. He also emphasized the importance of establishing rehabilitation centers where necessary.
Rescue operations are to be intensified, with instructions for the deployment of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams and the use of helicopters if required. The minister further directed officials to ensure an uninterrupted supply of electricity and drinking water, as well as to maintain unimpeded movement for the public.
Particular attention was given to the situation in Manuguru, with Reddy urging the Bhadradri Kothagudem district collector to take swift action to protect lives and prevent any loss of property.
