'We Will Overcome': Kerala CM Says 'Ready To Offer' Any Help As TN Grapples With Fengal Fury

Pinarayi Vijayan expressed that Kerala stands in solidarity with its neighbouring states during this difficult period and is prepared to provide any necessary assistance.

In response to the cyclone’s impact, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a relief package for the affected families.

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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed solidarity with the people of Tamil Nadu in the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal, which caused widespread devastation in the state. 

Taking to X, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan said, "Our thoughts are with the people of Tamil Nadu as they recover from the devastation caused by #CycloneFengal. Kerala stands in solidarity with our neighbours during this challenging time and is ready to offer any assistance required. Together, we will overcome this. @mkstalin @CMOTamilnadu."

Our thoughts are with the people of Tamil Nadu as they recover from the devastation caused by #CycloneFengal. Kerala stands in solidarity with our neighbours during this challenging time and is ready to offer any assistance required. Together, we will overcome this.@mkstalin…

— Pinarayi Vijayan (@pinarayivijayan) December 4, 2024

 

Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a relief package for the affected families. Chairing a review meeting at the Secretariat, Stalin assessed the damage caused by the heavy rainfall and directed Centre to provide Rs 2,000 as immediate relief to families whose livelihoods were disrupted. 

The assistance will be distributed based on family ration cards, benefiting families in the most affected districts of Villupuram, Cuddalore, and Kallakurichi.

The Chief Minister announced a series of relief measures for those affected by Cyclone Fengal. As part of the package, Rs. 5 lakh will be provided to the families of those who lost their lives in the cyclone and floods. Additionally, Rs. 2,000 will be given to ration card holders whose livelihoods were disrupted in Villupuram, Cuddalore, and Kallakurichi districts. The compensation includes Rs. 17,000 per hectare for standing crops (irrigated, including paddy) damaged by 33% or more, Rs. 22,500 per hectare for perennial crops and trees with over 33% damage, and Rs. 8,500 per hectare for rain-fed crops affected by 33% or more.