Govt. constitutes expert panel to assess El Nino impact
The Telangana government has formed a 26-member expert committee to evaluate the potential impact of El Nino on the state. The panel will study risks to agriculture and water resources to help the government develop mitigation strategies.
Why it matters
Proactive climate risk assessment is essential for food security and disaster management in regions vulnerable to extreme weather patterns.
The Telangana government constituted a 26-member State-level Expert Committee, headed by State Planning Board Vice-Chairman G. Chinna Reddy, to assess the likely impact of the El Nino phenomenon on the State and recommend measures to mitigate its effects.
According to the G.O. issued by the government, the committee comprises senior officials from various government departments and has been tasked with conducting a comprehensive study on the potential consequences of El Nino across sectors.
The panel will examine the possible impact of the weather phenomenon, evaluate the State’s preparedness and suggest strategies to minimise its adverse effects. It has been asked to submit a detailed report to the government after an in-depth assessment.
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