Delta Districts on High Alert: Heavy Rains to Lash Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu prepares for heavy rains as the Regional Meteorological Centre forecasts heavy rain in delta and southern districts from February 28 to March 1, 2025. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has instructed district collectors to immediately take precautions, particularly to protect paddy procurement. As much as 12cm of rain is forecasted in Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, and surrounding areas. The government has established 2,088 direct purchase centers and assigned more than 6,000 staff to oversee the projected 16.94 lakh metric tonnes of paddy. Locals are encouraged to remain indoors and adhere to local authority guidelines as the area prepares for possible disruptions.

 

Sources: Times of India, India Meteorological Department, Sakshi Post