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Cyclone Jawad Updates: Evacuation Of People From Vulnerable Areas Is Underway

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Cyclone Jawad Updates: Cyclonic storm Jawad is 200 km south of Puri in Odisha, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD). Puri Administration has geared up to avoid mishaps.

District Magistrate Samarth Verma said, “The evacuation of people from vulnerable areas is ongoing. Teams for restoration of services like power and drinking water supply post-cyclone are ready. Those in cyclone shelters are being provided with hot meals.”

India Meteorological Department (IMD) Bhubaneshwar director HR Biswas on Friday informed that Cyclone Jawad is expected to hit the coastal region of Puri on Sunday.

While speaking to the media, Biswas said, “The Cyclone Jawad was observed moving northwards in the past 1 hour and will continue the same for the next 12 hours. Weakening trend in the intensity of the cyclone and expected to hit the coastal regions of Puri tomorrow and will weaken gradually.”

Biswas further informed that the maximum wind speed is expected to be 75 Km/hr. “Only heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected and no storm warnings in any region. Traffic may be affected due to waterlogging. Evacuations have been done only in the low-lying and vulnerable areas along the coast,” he added.

Ahead of Cyclone Jawad, People at Puri beach in Odisha were asked to vacate the area with their make-shift shops and belongings with police being deployed to expedite the process. Puri Superintendent of Police (SP) Kanwar Vishal Singh told ANI that shelter homes have been established in the city. (ANI)

Following cyclone Jawad, Konark Festival and International Sand Art festival have been cancelled in Odisha. Farmers have been requested to safeguard their produce/crops. Warning has also been issued for those living in low-lying areas. They should be shifted to safer places. “Due to gale wind, people should stay in safer places as landslides are likely to occur”, IMD Amaravati Director Stella Samuel noted.

A total of 64 teams has been earmarked by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to handle the situation arising out of the cyclone ‘Jawad’, which is expected to hit the state of Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal this weekend on Saturday.

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TP Central Odisha Distribution Ltd. gets ready for impending cyclone Jawad

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  • Issues consumer advisory for reporting emergencies
  • Consumer can call at 1912 / 18003457122 for 24×7 help
  • Working closely with Govt. agencies to prevent any damage

Bhubaneswar: TP Central Odisha Distribution Ltd. (TPCODL), a Tata Power & Government of Odisha joint-venture, has put a detailed Business Continuity and Disaster Management Plan (BCDMP) in place to deal with the looming cyclonic conditions in coastal districts of Odisha. This has come after the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) updated that the depression over south-east Bay of Bengal is likely to form a cyclone, named Jawad, and reach north Andhra Pradesh-Odisha coast on December 4.

The plan categorizes disasters on basis of severity and prescribes an action plan, a Disaster Management Structure to systematically receive alerts, examine them, send pre disaster alerts and devise a mechanism to invoke and revoke BCDMP. To check its effectiveness at the time of need, and be in a state of readiness to respond to any contingencies, a mock drill of the plan has also been conducted by TPCODL. To ensure that power supply continues to all emergency services at all time, the company has set up special teams to handle the job. Dedicated quick response teams have been strategically placed across locations in its licensed areas.

For any emergency services consumers can call at the 24×7 call centre toll free number 1912 / 18003457122.

Preventive maintenance of equipment is done at distribution as well as consumer sub-stations. Adequate stock of essential spare parts, tools and equipment including transformers, switchgears, etc. has been ensured to minimize the restoration time towards power interruptions.

As a safety measure, TPCODL requests everyone in the affected areas not to do the following:

  • Do not touch any wires or plumbing inside a building during lightning as telephone lines/metal pipes can conduct electricity
  • Do not take shelter beneath tree/any temporary structure in case of heavy wind, thunderstorm and downpour
  • Do not touch any Electrical installations with wet hands or without using hand gloves, safety shoes or insulated platform
  • Do not allow children to play near storm drains after rainfall

Mr. M Shenbagam, CEO, TPCODLsaid, “Our disaster management teams have been working with govt. agencies to mitigate the risks before the cyclone Jawad and reduce its impact on power supply. We are taking necessary precautions to respond swiftly and effectively during such crises and ensure uninterrupted power supply.”

https://orissadiary.com/tp-southern-odisha-distribution-ltd-prepares-for-the-possible-cyclone-jawad/

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Cyclone Jawad: Another Curse By Nature

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India consists of many regions which have different atmospheric conditions, making it one of the most diverse countries in the world in the area of weather and climate. The meteorological department of India follows the international standard of four seasons.

Cyclonic weather in many parts of eastern India is regular for the past few years.

According to the statement given by the Director-General of IMD Mrutyunjay Mohapatra cyclone JAWAD is expected to make landfall between Puri and Berhampur of Odisha and the low-pressure area is likely to intensify into a depression by December 2. The wind speed of the cyclone is predicted to be up to 60 to 70 km per hour.

Apart from that present climate conditions of India are getting worse day by day. Smoke coming from automobiles and emissions from industrials, dust, and weather patterns make Delhi the world’s most polluted capital. according to the Air Quality Index or AQI below 50 are considered good and under 100 satisfactory. Shockingly Delhi is above 300 at present and in some areas, it is 400.

In the parts of Noida, it’s nearly 500. The government has already closed the construction work and also some schools to ensure protection from toxic air and smoke. “First, we need to understand that we are also responsible for the rising pollution levels. From our end, we need to cut down, whatever possible, that is leading to pollution. We should not add on to this problem,” Dr. Manoj Sharma, senior consultant, internal medicine, Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj said.

Stay home, stay safe and wear the mask. Take proper precautions.

By Soma Mitra

https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/climate-change/cyclone-alert-jawad-may-reach-odisha-andhra-coast-by-december-4-warns-imd-80455

https://rtdjournal.com/why-odisha-has-become-the-bulls-eye-for-tropical-cyclones/

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Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik Inaugurates Koraput Coffee Cafe On International Coffee Day 2021

by Swati Sahoo
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Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the Koraput Coffee Cafe and a specialized e-commerce portal (Koraputcoffee.org) to promote Koraput Coffee across the world on International Coffee Day.

The state government also intends to open a number of such cafés around the country to help develop the brand and, as a result, change the lives of local coffee farmers.

Coffee cultivation is changing life in Odisha’s Koraput district’s tribal hinterland. Koraput, at 3,000 feet above sea level, has a mild temperature and enough rain, making it perfect for coffee growing. This indigenous coffee is a 100 percent Arabica single-origin coffee that will compete with specialty coffee in the near future.

“I am pleased that Koraput coffee has established a niche for itself in just two years. My administration has launched a number of measures to promote Koraput Coffee for the sake of tribal livelihood. In addition, the Tribal Development Cooperative Cooperation of Odisha Limited promotes Koraput coffee. The Coffee Development Trust in Koraput has taken on up to 300 hectares of new and existing coffee plants this year. On the occasion of International Coffee Day, I am pleased to announce the opening of Koraput coffee’s dedicated e-commerce website and social media accounts: Koraputcoffee.org. I’m also excited to announce the launch of a Koraput coffee café in the Koraput area, which will help to promote the brand,” the CM remarked as he addressed the crowd.

“I have been honored to be a part of Koraput Coffee from its start in 2019.” Our new Tiger Bright product range is quickly capturing everyone’s attention. Many overseas customers are contacting us to purchase in bulk. I am confident that this will assist our indigenous producers in obtaining competitive prices.” TDCCOL’s Managing Director, Mansi Nimbhal, stated.

Tata Coffee recently decided to offer coffee grown in the Koraput area in national and international markets, giving a huge boost to the home-grown coffee brand.

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Cyclone Gulab LIVE Updates : Landfall to Start from Evening; Odisha CM Takes Stock; PM Modi Assures Andhra CM Of Help

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Cyclone Gulab LIVE Updates: ‘Cyclone Gulab’ is likely to move westward and land north of Andhra Pradesh-South Odisha coastline between Kalingapatnam and Gopalpur, as a strong midnight storm today. The landslide will begin tonight, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking to Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Reddy looked at the situation that emerged after the storm. “Assured all possible support from the Centre. I pray for everyone’s safety and well-being,” the PM tweeted.

The IMD said the ‘Gulab’ was formed over the northwest and merged west of the central Bay of Bengal. The IMD has issued a Cyclone warning north of Andhra Pradesh and the southern coast of Odisha. The IMD went on to say that it was likely to start in the west-northwestwards in the next 24 hours and the southwest and then fall off the southern coast of Andhra Pradesh between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur around Kalingapatnam on Sunday evening. Meanwhile, the Indian Railways’ East Coast Railway (EcoR) has decided to cancel / suspend other trains for passenger safety and rail operations.

The 2021 North Indian Ocean cyclone season is an ongoing event in the annual cycle of tropical cyclone formation. The North Indian Ocean cyclone season has no official bounds, but cyclones tend to form between April and December, peaking between May to November. These dates conventionally delimit the period of each year when most tropical cyclones form in the northern Indian Ocean.

The season began on April 2, when a depression designated as BOB 01 was formed in the north Andaman Sea and quickly made landfall in Myanmar. The basin remained quiet for over a month before Cyclone Tauktae formed. It rapidly intensified into a extremely severe cyclonic storm before making landfall in Gujarat, become the strongest storm ever to strike that state since the 1998 Gujarat cyclone. Later that month, BOB 02 formed and later strengthened into Cyclone Yaas. Yaas rapidly intensified into a very severe cyclonic storm before making landfall in northwestern Odisha. As of May 2021, the strongest tropical cyclone is Cyclone Tauktae, with maximum wind speeds of 185 km/h (115 mph) and a minimum barometric pressure of 950 hPa (28.05 inHg).

https://rtdjournal.com/very-heavy-rains-to-spare-odisha-on-sept-26-depression-to-hit-andhra-pradesh/

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Odisha CM Announces New Scheme “Ashirbad” For Children Who Lost Their Parents To COVID-19

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On Sunday, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced a new scheme named Ashirbad, under which children who lost their parents to Covid-19 in the state will receive monthly financial help.

On or after April 1, 2020, children who have lost both parents or the family’s primary earner will be eligible for coverage under the scheme.

According to the notification, children who have lost both parents to Covid-19 will receive Rs 2,500 per month, while those who have lost a single parent to the virus on or after April 1, 2020 would receive Rs 1500 per month.

The amount will be transferred to the guardians/caretakers of these children’s bank accounts until they reach the age of 18. If the child has been adopted, no aid will be provided.

The recipients will be covered by the state government’s Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana, which will provide them with free medical services as well as a central/state food security scheme.

Such children can also continue their education in the schools where they were enrolled before to their parents’ deaths. If the relative who has taken responsibility resides elsewhere, schooling arrangements will be made. The state government will assist in the admission of such children to Adarsh Vidyalayas or Central Schools if necessary. Under the Green Passage programme, the state government will help these children pursue higher education.

To protect children’s property, a district’s child welfare committee will work with the local tehsildar and police.

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has urged officials to take all necessary measures to ensure that no eligible child is left out of the programme. Every year, the chief minister has asked all district collectors to start a special push to identify real beneficiaries.

https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/odisha-cm-announces-ashirbad-scheme-for-children-who-lost-parents-to-covid-19-1817289-2021-06-20

Written By: Swati Sahoo

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Odisha CM Announces Package for Urban Street Vendors Adversely Affected by Covid

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Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday a package for street vendors who suffered due to shutdowns/lockdown posed by the state to contain the havoc caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

 

As per the statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), Patnaik announced a relief package ofRs 26.29 crores for the livelihood support of the street vendors whose business took a hit during the second wave of Covid.

 

The financial assistance will be provided by the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. “As many as 87, 657 street vendors will be benefited from the special package,” the statement read.

 

By Ankita Mohanty

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Odisha Govt Launches ‘Ekamra Plan’, Sets Up Project Advisory Committee

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For the development of Ekamra Kshetra in Bhubaneswar, the Odisha government has launched a special scheme called ‘Ekamra Plan’ under the Works Department.

 

The project aims at including interventions for conservation and revival of the monuments, development of amenities for devotees and pilgrims, pedestrianization of the project area, and diverting the traffic to the periphery of the Ekamra project area.

 

An area of 80 acres around Lingaraj Temple has been identified for this specific project. In this area a large number of monuments, holy tanks and water bodies are predominant. 

 

Apart from this, the state government has also constituted Project Advisory Committee (PAC) to steer, guide and coordinate various matters concerning the implementation of the Ekamra Kshetra projects.

 

The Chairman of the committee, Santrupt Mishra, can invite any official or expert or member of the public for discussion on the issues related to the project or to participate in the meeting, an official notification read.

 

The issued notification read, “The meetings of the Project Advisory Committee (PAC) will be called at regular intervals to finalize various issues related to the development of the project area. All plans, projects, interventions, and initiatives in the project area will be approved by this Committee.”

 

By Ankita Mohanty

 

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CM Naveen Patnaik supports afforestation on Twitter

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Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik shared a picture of himself planting a tree on Sunday.
He took Twitter to shred the photos by saying”Planting a tree is an invigorating experience for me. One day birds will nest and sing, bees will populate their flowers, many will enjoy its fruits and bask in its shade. It is the closest one gets to be with nature in complete gratitude for her blessings.”
“Janani janmabhoomischa swargadapi gariyasi,” he further added. This Twitter has gone got more than 26k likes and more than 2k retweet so far.
Earlier, on the occasion of World Environment Day June 5, Chief Minister had also written, “Conservation of biodiversity and ecosystems can inhibit the growth of pathogens and stop the spread of zoonotic diseases like #Covid-19. On #WorldEnvironmentDay, let us all pledge to keep our environment healthy and safeguard biodiversity for a better future of mankind.”

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Ex MLA Bikram Kesari Verma Dies of Covid

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Former MLA representing Mahanga assembly constituency in Cuttack and Odisha State Cashew Development Corporation chairman Bikram Keshari Verma succumbed to Covid on Saturday.

Verma was infected by Covid and was admitted to a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. He succumbed to the virus today, as informed by his son-in-law Niranjan Bhuyan.

He served the Mahanga assembly constituency as a BJD candidate from 2004 to 2009. 

Expressing his grief over the former lawmaker’s demise on Twitter, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan wrote, “I am saddened to hear about the demise of former MLA Bikram Keshari Verma of Mahanga constituency in Cuttack district. I am praying for his peace.”

BJP national vice-president Baijayant Panda also condoled the passing of Verma. He said Verma was widely admired as a very sincere and honest politician.

He was 81-year-old by the time of his death.

 

By Ankita Mohanty

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