Hyderabad, Oct. 23 -- Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday announced a series of measures to tackle the anticipated drought due to El Nino, stressing the need for advance planning to protect drinking water supplies, agriculture, livestock and electricity availability across Telangana.
Speaking at a meeting at Praja Bhavan, the Chief Minister said drought conditions develop gradually and their impact could intensify over time.
He announced that a daily El Nino bulletin would be issued, with Special Chief Secretary Ramakrishna Rao providing regular updates.
A Cabinet Sub-Committee led by Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has been constituted to coordinate drought preparedness, while a help desk will be established...