Cyclone Murasu: Train services disrupted and relief funds released in Andhra Pradesh
Severe cyclonic storm Murasu has caused train cancellations and prompted the state government to release Rs 37 crore for relief operations.
Severe cyclonic storm Murasu made landfall near Ongole in south Andhra Pradesh, bringing gale-force winds of up to 100-120 kmph and torrential rain, according to The Hindu and The New Indian Express.
The Vijayawada Division of South Coast Railway has temporarily suspended train movements on the Vijayawada-Ongole-Gudur section to ensure passenger safety.
Several trains have been cancelled on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, including the 12711 Vijayawada to MGR Chennai Central and 12712 MGR Chennai Central to Vijayawada services. Other cancelled services include the 67260 Bitragunta to Vijayawada and 17259 Nellore to Vijayawada trains.
The Andhra Pradesh government has released Rs 37 crore to 17 districts for cyclone relief and emergency expenditure. Nellore, Prakasam, Markapuram, Bapatla, Guntur, and Krishna districts have been allocated Rs 3 crore each, while Eluru, East Godavari, West Godavari, NTR, Palnadu, Tirupati, Chittoor, and Nandyal will receive Rs 2 crore each. Kadapa, Sri Sathya Sai, and Annamayya districts have been allocated Rs 1 crore each, according to The New Indian Express.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu reviewed preparedness and advised people to follow government advisories. Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha directed officials to remain on high alert for 48 hours to prevent loss of life and property, according to The New Indian Express and Urban Acres.