Reviewing Flood Preparedness Before the Northeast Monsoon

Before the Northeast Monsoon intensified, Udhayanidhi chaired an inter-departmental preparedness review at Ripon Buildings. Officials reported 77.14% of drains desilted, 60% of canals cleared, and 93.35% of 69,017 silt-catch pits cleared, alongside 1,183 pumps and 109 boats readied for emergency operations.

Ripon Buildings, Chennai · August 16, 2024

77.14% of Chennai stormwater drains desilted before monsoon onset

93.35% of 69,017 inlet chambers and silt pits cleared

1,183 motor pumps, 305 tree cutters, and 109 boats readied