Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu Orders Immediate Financial Aid And Price Control Measures

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister <b>N Chandrababu Naidu</b> has directed officials to provide immediate financial assistance to families affected by Cyclone Murasu and curb price rises. During a review meeting at his camp office, the Chief Minister emphasized ensuring uninterrupted supplies of essential commodities across the state. Officials reported that relief supplies have already been distributed to <b>3.8 lakh</b> families while power restoration and crop damage assessments continue. Authorities have completed nearly 92 percent of horticultural crop assessments, and agricultural loss estimates are scheduled for completion by November 9. To regulate market rates, the government is distributing essential items through Rythu Bazaars and ration shops at fixed prices. Cases have also been registered against 204 traders for violating government pricing directives during these ongoing relief operations.