Ganjam district ready for cyclone, says collector

BERHAMPUR: Ganjam collector Dibya Jyoti Parida on Monday asked people not to panic over a possible cyclone and assured all steps have been taken by the district administration to address any eventuality.

He asked officials to remain on alert from October 23 to 25 since after the cyclone,the district may experience a flood situation due to possible heavy rainfall. He said during the three days, no official would be allowed to go on leave without his permission. He also asked fire services personnel to remain alert to rescue people from affected areas.