Hyderabad, July 26 -- The Telangana government sanctioned Rs 33 crore for all districts to enhance flood preparedness amidst the monsoon and in the wake of heavy rain predictions for 2025.

The government order stated that every district shall be provided with Rs 1 crore from the approved fund to carry out instant relief and to purchase necessary machinery to handle flood-like conditions. The move was made based on a suggestion from the Nirmal District Collector to minimise casualties and damage.

The money is to be spent on procuring equipment such as air boats, life jackets, sophisticated sirens, ropes, ladders, bush cutters, gas cutters, and mike sets as per the order of the Revenue (Disaster Management) Department. This equipment will...