Odisha CM Reports 1,600 Pregnant Women Gave Birth in Relief Centres Amid Cyclone Dana

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reported that 1,600 out of 4,431 pregnant women relocated to relief centres due to Cyclone Dana have given birth. The state has evacuated a total of 5,84,888 people, with expectations to surpass 600,000 by Friday morning. These evacuees are staying in 6,008 cyclone shelters where they receive food, medicine, water, and other essential supplies.

Balasore district experienced the highest evacuation numbers, with 172,916 individuals moved to safety. Mayurbhanj followed with 100,000 people evacuated. Additionally, Bhadrak saw 75,000 evacuations, Jajpur had 58,000, and Kendrapara recorded 46,000. The initial goal was to evacuate 10 lakh people; however, adjustments were made based on Cyclone Dana's changing path.

Evacuation Efforts and Government Coordination

The chief minister confirmed that all residents from high-risk areas have been successfully evacuated. He also informed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah about the state's preparedness. The Centre expressed satisfaction with the measures implemented by the Odisha government.

Earlier in the day, a woman from Cuttack district gave birth to a baby boy at Niali Hospital. This event was announced by the state's Information and Public Relations department. The mother was among the pregnant women relocated to cyclone shelters. Both she and her newborn are reportedly in good health.

Health and Safety Measures for Evacuees

The department stated that authorities ensured a safe delivery for the baby boy at Niali Hospital amidst ongoing cyclone preparations. "Evacuated woman Sai Swapna Behera and her newborn are doing well," they added. Disaster response teams are actively providing safety and medical care for all affected individuals.

The state government remains focused on ensuring the safety of its citizens during Cyclone Dana. With extensive evacuation efforts and coordinated support from disaster response teams, Odisha aims to minimise risks and provide necessary aid to those in need.