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Following the major impact of the 2015 floods in Chennai, the government of Tamil Nadu has been putting special focus on flood mitigation measures in the city.

- VANESSA PETER

An analysis of the steps taken by the government shows some measures have had positive impacts, some not so much, and specific gaps that need to be addressed.

The formulation of the Advisory Committee for Mitigation and Management of Flood Risk in the Chennai Metropolitan Area has helped in identifying the challenges and planning mitigation measures.

Frequent pre-monsoon preparatory meetings have strengthened the coordination between various agencies.

The usage of social media to receive grievances from the people has helped in reducing the time taken to address them.

The sharing of contact details of the nodal officers and relief centres for each zone in the city has helped the people reach out when in need.

The readiness of the government in increasing the number of community kitchens based on need, is to be appreciated.