Red warning alert issued for 4 Odisha districs as disaster response forces in place for deep depression
The Odisha government has issued a red warning alert for four districts and deployed disaster response forces in anticipation of heavy rain and potential landslides from a deep depression. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi instructed departments to coordinate for zero casualties, leading to the evacuation of over 3500 people.
Why it matters
This event demonstrates proactive disaster management efforts to protect lives and property from severe weather, highlighting the ongoing impact of climate-related phenomena on vulnerable regions. It showcases the importance of preparedness and coordinated government response.
Odisha government on Wednesday (September 23, 2026) positioned its disaster response forces in southern and western Odisha districts as heavy rain under the influence of a deep depression triggered water-logging and land slide at some places.
The India Meteorological Department issued heavy rain for four districts such as Kalahandi, Nabarangpur, Koraput and Malkangiri as the deep depression over west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal moved slowly and was expected to cross north Andhra Pradesh and South Odisha coasts close to Kalingapatnam on Wednesday night (September 23).
Reviewing the situation arising out of heavy rain, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi instructed all departments to work in proper coordination and ensure zero casualty.
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