Particularly affected was the Sankaraparani River in Puducherry, where over 200 residences in NR Nagar were inundated. The people living in the area remain stranded as the Indian Army along with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are actively involved in rescue operations.

Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy on Monday announced a slew of relief measures for the damage caused by Cyclone Fengal and the torrential rains that recently battered the union territory

The CM confirmed that four people lost their lives due to the cyclone and subsequent 'never before witnessed' rainfall. He announced a compensation of ₹5 lakh each for the families of the deceased.

Cyclone Fengal brought unprecedented rain, claiming lives and damaging livelihoods in Puducherry. The government rolls out financial aid for families, farmers, and fishermen, while urging the Centre for Rs 100 crore assistance.

Puducherry Education Minister A Namachivayam announced a holiday for all educational institutions on December 2. Cyclone Fengal brought unprecedented rainfall, surpassing previous records.

Waterlogging disrupted traffic on main roads and affected farmlands with standing crops. Transport services were severely impacted due to heavy rain triggered by cyclone Fengal.

CHENNAI: Slow-moving cyclonic storm ‘Fengal’ has brought unprecedented rainfall to Villupuram and Puducherry, where it made landfall shortly before Saturday mid

Cyclone Fengal weakened after making landfall near Puducherry on Saturday, causing unprecedented rainfall and significant damage. Over 19 fatalities were reported in India and Sri Lanka, and extensive evacuations were conducted.