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Vizianagaram Farmers to Receive Aid After Devastating Cyclone
Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh – October 29, 2025 – The Andhra Pradesh government has pledged to support farmers in the Vizianagaram district who have suffered significant crop damage due to the recent cyclone. Minister Gummidi Sandhyarani assured farmers that they will receive compensation for their losses.
On Tuesday, Minister Sandhyarani inspected the control room at the Collectorate and held a review meeting with District Special Officer Gupta, Collector Prabhakar Reddy, SP Madhava Reddy, and other officials. She directed officials to assess the extent of the damage to crops and submit a report to facilitate compensation disbursement.
The government has also assured farmers that they will purchase rain-soaked paddy. Minister Sandhyarani emphasized the need to support farmers by ensuring the problems they were facing in the Seethampeta region were addressed in regards to regulations of buying banana crops.
The district administration is taking precautionary measures to mitigate the impact of the cyclone. These include addressing power outages promptly, monitoring water levels in streams, reservoirs, and projects, and preparing for potential flooding by stocking sandbags. The public is urged to be cautious of lightning strikes, and schools may extend holidays if necessary. Fishermen are advised to avoid venturing out to sea.
In addition to the immediate relief efforts, the government is focusing on long-term preparedness. Ninety thousand mosquito nets will be distributed to students in tribal hostels in Parvathipuram Manyam and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts. All government hospitals have been stocked with necessary medicines.
SP Madhava Reddy urged the public to refrain from spreading fake news on social media.
During the review meeting, Minister Sandhyarani received a phone call from Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, briefing him on the cyclone’s impact and the measures being taken. The Collector received a phone call from the State Chief Secretary. Both officials reassured the Chief Minister of the preparedness to handle the situation.
Citizens are advised to contact the emergency numbers 1912, 100, or 101 in case of any urgent need. The administration remains vigilant and urges everyone to stay alert for the next two days.
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