Government begins free supply of essentials in Cyclone Montha-hit areas

Key Points

1. Government is distributing essential commodities free of cost in cyclone Montha-affected areas.
2. Distribution includes rice, sugar, and other essential goods through 14,415 Fair Price Shops (FPS).
3. One lakh metric tonnes (MT) of rice, 3,424 MT of sugar are being distributed.
4. G.O. Rt. No.115 permits distribution of 25 kg of rice, 1 kg each of toor dal, onions, potatoes, and sugar, and 1 litre of palm oil to families in relief camps.
5. Fishermen and handloom weaver families will receive 50 kg of rice each.
6. Distribution is in addition to benefits under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) norms.
7. Ministers Vangalapudi Anitha and Anagani Satya Prasad are coordinating relief operations.
8. Published on October 29, 2025.