Bhubaneswar, Oct 29: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured Odisha of all possible assistance in dealing with the aftermath of Cyclone Arnab, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said on Thursday.

Majhi spoke to Shah over the phone and briefed him on the cyclone’s impact across the state, the situation in affected districts, and the relief and restoration measures being undertaken by the Odisha government.

Centre Assures Support for Relief Operations

Sharing details of the conversation in a post on X, the Chief Minister expressed gratitude to the Union Home Minister for assuring the Centre’s support during the crisis.

Majhi said the cooperation of the Union Government would strengthen the state’s efforts to protect lives, ensure the well-being of residents and provide assistance to families affected by the cyclone.

Focus on Rescue, Relief and Restoration

The state government is continuing its response to the impact of Cyclone Arnab, with affected areas facing challenges from heavy rainfall, flooding and disruptions to normal life.

According to the Chief Minister, support from the Centre would help reinforce ongoing efforts to provide relief, rehabilitate affected families and accelerate the restoration of essential services and infrastructure.

The government’s immediate priorities include ensuring public safety, assisting people in vulnerable areas and addressing disruptions caused by the adverse weather conditions.

Odisha Coordinates Response Amid Continuing Challenges

The assurance of central assistance comes as district administrations continue to monitor the situation and coordinate relief measures in cyclone-affected areas.

With rainfall-related disruptions affecting several parts of Odisha, coordination between the state and central governments is expected to support ongoing rescue, relief and recovery efforts.