Odisha Government on High Alert as Cyclone Montha Approaches Bay of Bengal

The Odisha Government has stepped up preparations in coastal districts of the state as the threat Cyclone Montha looming over the Bay of Bengal. Leaves of all government employees in Balasore district has been cancelled, while officials in Ganjam district has been directed to remain stationed at their headquarters until further orders. The state government has urged all district administrations, disaster response teams, and local bodies to remain on alert and ensure round-the-clock readiness to ...