In areas submerged by floodwaters in Chennai and Tiruvallur, residents persist in being forced to adopt unconventional forms of transportation, such as navigating their waterlogged surroundings using boats. Numerous residences in Chennai and nearby regions were submerged due to the impact of Cyclone Michaung. Despite more than a week passing since the intense rainfall, the aftermath continues to pose challenges for the residents.


























According to ANI, People residing in inundated areas of Yamuna Nagar and Thiruninravur in Tamil Nadu are using boats for transport since many of the roads in the area remain submerged in rainwater.


 















 

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On Monday and Tuesday, Central team visited Chennai and other districts affected by cyclone Michaung.














Meanwhile, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday convened with representatives of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Tamil Nadu who bore the brunt of Cyclone Michaung last week.


In a brief interaction, Sitharaman assured the delegation that the government is committed to expediting the disbursement of eligible insurance claims, addressing the concerns of the affected MSMEs.


Cyclone Michaung, which made landfall on the Eastern Coast last week, wreaked havoc in Chennai and surrounding districts, causing significant disruptions to normal life. The adverse impact of heavy rainfall has particularly taken a toll on micro, small, and medium enterprises.


The Finance Ministry stated, "A delegation from the Ambattur Industrial Estate Manufacturing Association held discussions with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and officials from the Department of Financial Services India in New Delhi today, highlighting the industry's losses attributed to the recent cyclone."