The Latest Breaking News from Cyclone Michaung

CM announces interim aid of ₹2,500 for each family hit by Cyclone Michaung in A.P.

CM Jagan Mohan Reddy announced ₹2,500 interim financial aid to families affected by Cyclone Michaung in coastal areas. He sanctioned ₹30cr for bridge, ₹32cr for power restoration & repairs to roads, tanks & water bodies. He promised input subsidy & insurance claims before Sankranti.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Cyclone Michaung | Caught in a flood of rage: Greater Chennai Corporation Mayor, Egmore MLA face backlash over cyclone response

A clip that was circulated on social media showed visuals of people demanding electricity and stating that ‘Perambur is her area’ and she was ‘elected to Mayorship by the people here’. In the Central Region, people surrounded Egmore Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) I. Paranthamen of the DMK party in…

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Cyclone Michaung: Insurers have received motor insurance claims for 2,320 vehicles

Insurers receive 2,320 motor insurance claims due to Cyclone Michaung; Finance Minister urges speedy settlement. State govt to provide vacant spaces for vehicle repair, towing vehicles from other districts. Insurers assure speedy settlement of claims.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Construction site cave-in | Bodies of both victims retrieved in Chennai; two arrested

Chennai rescue team retrieved body of S. Naresh, trapped in construction site collapse due to Cyclone Michaung. Post-mortem at Govt. Royapettah Hospital, retrieval of R. Jeyaseelan's body delayed as believed to be inside container.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Cyclone Michaung | Preparing for health emergencies after flooding

Health department caters to marooned communities that need food, safe water and shelter after Cyclone Michaung swept through the coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh earlier this week.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Why Chennai floods every year, and why no government will solve it

When the water recedes, leaving death and destruction in its wake, there’s only one question – why does Chennai flood, year after year, and why is nothing done about it?

Newslaundry · Dec 7, 2023

Cyclone Michaung | Here is all you need to know about vehicle insurance claims

Flood-damaged vehicles are covered under motor insurance policies. Claims can be made for own damage, third-party liability, and total loss. Add-ons like zero depreciation and engine protection are recommended. Home insurance claims require photos, receipts, and repair estimates. Read policy docs carefully to know inclusions, exclusions, deductibles, and claim procedures.

The Hindu · Dec 7, 2023

Cyclone Michaung effect: Chennai continues to reel under waterlogging; Defence Minister to conduct aerial survey today

Several areas in Chennai continued to reel under severe waterlogging conditions on Thursday caused due to heavy rainfall in the region following Cyclone Michaung's landfall two days ago. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 7, 2023

Cyclone Michaung | Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Chennai on December 7

Rajnath Singh to visit Tamil Nadu on December 7 to assess Cyclone Michaung's impact. He'll do aerial survey, meet CM Stalin & senior bureaucrats to be apprised of situation. PM Modi requested to send team to inspect damages & provide interim relief of ₹5,060 crore.

The Hindu · Dec 7, 2023

Minister reaches out to people from his control room

Minister Rajaa's control room received 5,600+ calls/requests to help 30,000+ people in Chennai during Cyclone Michaung-induced rain. Teams provided support from Madurai and responded to requests from Velachery, Pallikaranai, Madipakkam, Perungudi, MGR Nagar, R.K. Nagar, and Royapuram. Minister Rajaa personally responded to those in need.

The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023