Cyclone Arnab Recovery Operations Accelerated in Ganjam

Manoj Kanta Dash,Odishabarta

Principal Secretary Sanjay k. Singh,IAS, Reviews Damage and Restoration Work

Visits Cyclone-Affected Areas in Sanakhemundi, Sheragada, Digapahandi and Hinjilicut Blocks

Several damaged roads repaired on a war footing, improving road connectivity across the district

Brahmapur, October 31, 2026: The post-cyclone restoration operations in Ganjam district have been accelerated, with the Works Department according top priority to restoring road connectivity and normalising public movement in the affected areas.

As part of the ongoing efforts, Works Department Principal Secretary Sanjay Kumar Singh visited Ganjam district on Friday to assess the damage caused by Cyclone ‘Arnab’ and review the progress of restoration and repair works.

During his visit, Singh inspected several cyclone-affected locations in Sanakhemundi, Sheragada, Digapahandi and Hinjilicut blocks, taking stock of the condition of damaged roads and other infrastructure. The visit was undertaken in accordance with the directions of the Chief Minister and the Works Minister.

The Works Department has accorded the highest priority to the speedy restoration of road connectivity to ensure the resumption of normal movement following the cyclone. Accordingly, repair works on several damaged roads across the district have already been completed on a war footing, resulting in considerable improvement in connectivity and gradual normalisation of transportation services.

During the inspection, the Principal Secretary reviewed the progress of ongoing repair and restoration works at different locations. He emphasised the need to expedite the remaining repair works on damaged roads and infrastructure and complete them at the earliest.

The department is continuing its restoration efforts in the remaining affected areas, where repair works are progressing at a rapid pace. Officials and field-level engineers have been instructed to maintain close coordination and regularly monitor the progress to ensure timely completion.

The Works Department is making sustained efforts to restore the district’s road communication network fully and ensure that people in all affected areas regain normal access and transportation facilities at the earliest.