Telangana CM directs officials to prepare El Niño action plan

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy held an urgent meeting to address the impact of El Niño on the state, with focus on agriculture, water resources, and electricity supply. The state has experienced a 17 percent deficit in monsoon rainfall, resulting in drought-like conditions across several regions.

Reddy emphasized the need for coordinated action across departments and directed officials to prepare a comprehensive action plan. He stressed the importance of community participation in responsible energy consumption and public awareness campaigns to mitigate the effects of the weather phenomenon.

The Chief Minister announced a follow-up session with cabinet ministers to deliberate on agricultural strategies and relief measures tailored to the current climate challenges facing the state.