Bhubaneswar, November 2: Odisha Police, Central Range, has placed all seven districts under its jurisdiction on high alert in case Cyclonic Storm ‘Murasu’ affects the Odisha coast.

Dr Satyajit Naik, Inspector General of Police (IGP), Central Range, has directed all district Superintendents of Police (SPs) to ensure round-the-clock preparedness, maintain close coordination with the respective district administrations, deploy adequate police personnel and keep rescue teams ready to respond to any emergency.

​​​​​​​Dr Naik has appealed to residents of Cuttack, Puri, Khurda, Nayagarh, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara and Jajpur districts to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to minimise the impact of the impending cyclonic weather.

To monitor the evolving situation and ensure prompt assistance, police control rooms in all seven districts, along with the Central Range IGP's office control room in Cuttack, are functioning 24 hours a day.

Residents have been advised to follow official weather bulletins and government advisories, cooperate with the administration during evacuation operations, avoid entering flooded areas and water bodies, and refrain from circulating unverified information or rumours.

The police have urged citizens to contact the emergency helpline112for immediate assistance.

Odisha Police, Central Range, has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of citizens and said it remains fully prepared to deal with any eventuality arising from the possible impact of the cyclone.