Tamil Nadu CM announces Rs 6,000 aid to people affected by Cyclone Michaung

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has announced Rs 6,000 in aid to people affected by Cyclone Michaung. The amount will be paid in cash. Chennai and its nearby districts of Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram and Thiruvallur districts received heavy rainfall leading to floods and damage to life and properties, as a result of the cyclone.

Corporate bodies also have extended aid to the state. TVS Motor Company, India’s third-largest two-wheeler company, donated Rs 3 crore to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.

“The floods have unleashed severe hardship, and we would like to do our part to support the community,” said Sudarshan Venu, managing director, TVS Motor.
“This will augment the tireless efforts of the government and the resilient people of Tamil Nadu to restore normalcy.”

Ashok Leyland, the flagship of the Hinduja Group, also donated Rs 3 crore to the CM’s fund providing relief and humanitarian aid to flood-affected areas.

“While the cyclone has left a trail of destruction, it is very heartening to see the quick response demonstrated by the Tamil Nadu government in managing the difficult situation and in ensuring that necessary relief measures are undertaken,” said Shenu Agarwal, managing director and chief executive officer, Ashok Leyland.

Leap Green Energy also contributed Rs 1 crore to the relief operations. “As Tamil Nadu’s largest renewable energy company, our commitment towards fighting climate change and advancing sustainability for a greener future remains strong and steadfast,” added Rajeev Karthikeyan, founder and managing director of Leap Green Energy.