After the agenda discussions, the Chief Minister interacted with ministers about cyclone relief operations. He appreciated ministers and officials for staying at the ground level during Cyclone Motha. Naidu said constant monitoring through RTGS helped minimize loss of life and property. He emphasized that teamwork always delivers better results.

The CM praised ministers for their dedication during the crisis and urged them to maintain the same spirit in future challenges. He reminded them of the importance of coordination with field officers.

Naidu directed ministers and MLAs to take full responsibility for housing the poor. He instructed them to identify people without residential plots and ensure everyone gets a home. He also advised quick solutions for pending revenue issues and transparent communication of government welfare schemes.

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According to official sources, the Cabinet will review crop loss caused by Cyclone Midhili and the measures for farmer compensation. The impact of the storm on agricultural areas and rehabilitation efforts are likely to be the main focus. The government is reportedly planning to announce financial relief for affected farmers.

Another major agenda item will be the approval of a loan proposal for Amaravati’s capital city development. The coalition government plans to secure approximately ₹7,500 crore from NaBFID to accelerate infrastructure and administrative construction in the capital region.

The Cabinet is also expected to deliberate on welfare schemes, fund mobilization, and financial planning for upcoming developmental programs. Key economic and infrastructure decisions are anticipated to shape the future of Andhra Pradesh’s growth agenda.

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Handlooms and Textiles Minister S. Savitha shared the details, stating that Cyclone Montha affected weavers along with farmers. She said Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s government took the decision to support struggling families across the state.

According to the minister, around 27,982 handloom families were identified as victims. Of them, 718 weavers lost yarn, dyes, and other items due to water damage. Relief materials are being distributed through district administrations.

District-wise, 4,278 families in Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, 3,900 in Krishna, 3,333 in Srikakulam, 2,400 in Nellore, and 1,700 in Tirupati were badly hit by the cyclone. The government assured continued assistance until full recovery.

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On Saturday, he visited Jupaka and Rampur villages to meet farmers who lost their crops. He said about 30,000 acres were damaged in Huzurabad, but officials reported only 825 acres. Kaushik called the ₹10,000 relief per farmer an insult and accused the government of ignoring the ground reality.

He urged agriculture officers to visit every affected village and submit factual reports. Kaushik warned that he would inspect the areas personally if officials failed. He demanded quick action on Congress manifesto promises like farm loan waivers, Rythu Bharosa, and aid for unemployed youth.

Kaushik warned that Congress leaders would face protests if promises were ignored. He pledged to continue his fight for farmers’ rights. Several BRS leaders and local activists accompanied him during his visit.

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Officials said the Cabinet will review key welfare programs, investment projects, and cyclone relief operations. The meeting will also examine damage assessment reports from Montha Cyclone and discuss financial assistance for the affected districts. Preparations for the Visakhapatnam Partnership Summit will also come up for review.

Departments have been instructed to prepare presentations on ongoing development and industrial projects. The government plans to attract new investors and strengthen partnerships through the upcoming summit. Key decisions on resource allocation and infrastructure may be finalized during the meeting.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will chair the meeting soon after returning from his London tour. Sources say the session will also focus on budget reviews, new investment proposals, and long-term policy decisions crucial for Andhra Pradesh’s growth.

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Bhatti said Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and the cabinet had alerted departments 48 hours before the cyclone, which helped save lives and protect property.

He instructed collectors and officials to continue relief work for another 24 hours as per the cyclone manual. The storm hit Krishna, Nalgonda, and Khammam districts, causing heavy damage in northern Telangana.

Officials covered cotton with tarpaulins and moved it to warehouses to prevent spoilage. Bhatti praised the power department teams for their quick action and round-the-clock work to restore electricity.

He reported that the cyclone damaged 11 sub-stations. Teams have already restored seven, and repairs on the rest will finish soon. Out of 101 33KV lines, 96 are now functional, and crews are repairing the remaining ones.

The Deputy CM said 237 11KV lines were affected, but 227 are back in service. He added that crews repaired 49 of 171 damaged transformers and 304 of 638 electric poles.

Bhatti promised to restore the rest within hours to stabilize power supply across cyclone-affected regions.

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Speaking to the media, Ravi Kumar said the cyclone caused extensive damage from Machilipatnam to Prakasam district. He noted that the continuous rains and strong winds destroyed large areas of farmland. The Minister assured that the government will support all affected farmers and take immediate steps to help them recover from the losses.

He announced that the government will purchase all rain-soaked tobacco from farmers to reduce their financial burden. Ravi Kumar also confirmed that the state administration is working round the clock to restore normalcy in cyclone-affected areas.

The Minister promised that electric poles and power connections will be restored within 24 hours, including agricultural connections. He emphasized that Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s government stands by every farmer who suffered due to the cyclone and that rehabilitation measures are already underway.

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During his visit to Koduru, Pawan Kalyan personally inspected the damaged fields and spoke with distressed farmers who had suffered total crop losses. Farmers explained that heavy rains destroyed their paddy, banana, and papaya crops, leaving them in severe financial difficulty.

Pawan Kalyan consoled the farmers and emphasized that the government would extend every possible form of assistance. He directed officials to prepare a comprehensive crop loss report and ensure timely relief measures.

According to preliminary estimates, the cyclone devastated nearly 2.5 lakh acres in Krishna district alone, while thousands of acres in Guntur district were also hit hard.

Later, speaking to the media, the Deputy CM credited Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s precautionary measures for minimizing the overall damage. He revealed that crops across 46,000 hectares were affected, impacting around 56,000 farmers, most of whom are tenant cultivators. Moreover, he noted that sanitation teams have been deployed in rural areas to prevent disease outbreaks.

To provide immediate relief, Pawan Kalyan announced ₹3,000 assistance for workers and fishermen staying in relief camps. He added that the final compensation package would be decided after reviewing field reports and holding discussions with the Centre.

Before concluding his visit, the Deputy CM thanked officials and health workers for their dedicated service during the cyclone. He also explained that he was ending his tour early to avoid disrupting ongoing recovery operations.

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Teams from the NDRF and SDRF began clearing fallen trees and restoring power supply in affected regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the cyclone weakened into a deep depression while moving towards Telangana and south Chhattisgarh. Paddy fields in Konaseema district suffered major losses, with around 20,000 acres of crops destroyed.

Flooding in Vijayawada and Nandyal submerged roads and houses, halting traffic. The Srisailam ghat road was closed after landslides, while in Bapatla district, 20 people trapped in floodwaters were rescued. Authorities evacuated 200 workers from the Veligonda project tunnels as floodwater entered the site.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu visited Udelarevu in Konaseema for an aerial survey and review. The government announced ₹1,000 financial aid for affected individuals in relief camps, along with free essential commodities for displaced families.

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Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan held a review meeting with senior officials to assess the cyclone’s impact. He received updates from district collectors of Konaseema, Krishna, Bapatla, Prakasam, Nellore, and Tirupati, where heavy rainfall and gusty winds have caused widespread damage.

Kalyan directed officials to restore electricity in areas where power lines and poles were damaged by fallen trees. He urged residents to stay indoors and move to safer shelters, stressing that even though the cyclone is weakening, heavy rains still pose risks. The Deputy CM also instructed officials to ensure proper food and shelter for people in rehabilitation centres.

He further warned of rising water levels in the Gundlakamma River in Prakasam and the Penna River in Nellore. After rainfall subsides, Kalyan emphasized immediate sanitation and clean drinking water measures to prevent post-cyclone health issues.

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