NationalTuesday, 27 October 2026·The Hindu - National
Cyclone Arnab: Andhra Pradesh and Odisha activate evacuation, shelters and NDRF deployment
As Cyclone Arnab approached land in October 2026, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha activated evacuation plans, shelters, and disaster response teams.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On October 27, 2026, as Cyclone Arnab approached the Andhra Pradesh coast, the IMD issued red alerts for 7 districts and the state government said 4,711 pregnant women would be shifted to safer healthcare facilities.
Key specifics
- IMD issued red alerts for 7 of Andhra Pradesh’s 28 districts on October 27, 2026.
- 4,711 pregnant women were to be shifted to safer healthcare facilities in Andhra Pradesh.
- Andhra Pradesh deployed 7 NDRF battalions and 8 SDRF battalions.
- Odisha said over 1,700 shelters were ready in southern districts and 135 permanent cyclone shelters were available.
- Odisha also deployed 8 NDRF teams and 40 Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force teams.
Exam lens
Disaster management question, IMD red alert, NDRF and SDRF deployment, pregnant women evacuation, and shelter counts in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha are the key facts for TNPSC.