The Hindu National · DistrictNews · 2026-08-16
Over 2.37 lakh evacuated as Odisha braces for more heavy rain, IMD sounds red alert
Chief Secretary Anu Garg said fresh flooding had affected 5.15 lakh people in 947 villages under 331 gram panchayats across 49 blocks and five urban areas. Odisha evacuates over 2.37 lakh as heavy rains and floods threaten 5.15 lakh people; IMD issues red alert. Over 2.37 lakh evacuated as Odisha braces for more heavy rain, IMD sounds red alert
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