The Hindu Editorial Analysis : 2nd December 2024

The Hindu Editorial Analysis

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Cyclone Fengal strikes the northern Tamil Nadu coast, leaving three dead in Chennai and disrupting flights

• Cyclone Fengal crossed the coast near Puducherry on Saturday night, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to coastal districts in northern Tamil Nadu.
• Flooding in low-lying areas disrupted flights and local train services in Chennai, with three rain-related deaths reported in the city.
• This was the second cyclone of the season to form over the Bay of Bengal, with its spiral bands reaching the coast by 7 p.m. and landfall occurring later that night.
• The cyclone brought wind speeds gusting up to 90 km/h, and heavy rainfall was expected to continue through Sunday, depending on cloud cover.
• Chennai recorded significant rainfall, with Nungambakkam receiving 11.4 cm and Meenambakkam 10.4 cm by 5:30 p.m. on Saturday.
• Nearby areas such as Thiruninravur (13 cm), Kolapakkam (12 cm), Puducherry (10 cm), Tiruttani, Puzhal, and Mailam also experienced heavy rainfall.
• Chennai airport was shut down, 226 flights were canceled, and 20 incoming flights were diverted to other airports, including Guwahati.
• Suburban train services in the MRTS Section were suspended, and several express trains were canceled, diverted, or had their starting points changed.
• Chennai Metro Rail services continued operations, but at least 53 major roads were waterlogged, and seven subways were closed.
• Most arterial roads were deserted as residents stayed indoors, while Chennai Metrowater’s helplines handled complaints about water supply disruptions and sewage overflow.
• The Regional Meteorological Centre predicted continued rainfall on Sunday, with extremely heavy rain likely in Villupuram, Kallakurichi, and Cuddalore, and heavy to very heavy rain in Chennai and nearby districts.
• Squally winds with speeds of 50 km/h were reported in areas like Nungambakkam, according to meteorological officials.

Entry of ‘outsiders’ prohibited in Sambhal until December 10

• The Sambhal district administration issued prohibitory orders restricting outsiders, including social organizations and public representatives, from entering the district without prior permission until December 10, citing concerns over recent violence at the Shahi Jama Masjid complex.
• The decision coincided with a planned visit by a 15-member Samajwadi Party (SP) delegation to investigate the violence, leading to criticism from the SP and allegations of government interference.
• SP chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the restrictions as undemocratic, claiming they reflect a failure of governance and accusing the BJP government of suppressing the truth about the incident.
• Yadav suggested that if such measures had been implemented earlier to prevent incitement and unrest, the communal harmony in Sambhal might not have been disrupted.
• Lok Sabha MP from Sambhal, Zia Ur Rehman Barq, accused the government of concealing police misconduct and expressed frustration at being unable to report the incident to Akhilesh Yadav due to the imposed restrictions.
• The SP alleged that police were deployed at the homes of its delegation members to prevent their visit, further intensifying accusations of government overreach and lack of transparency.

Maharashtra’s new Chief Minister to assume office on December 5; Prime Minister to attend the swearing-in ceremony, announces BJP

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the swearing-in ceremony of Maharashtra’s new Mahayuti government on December 5 at Azad Maidan, South Mumbai, as announced by BJP State president Chandrashekhar Bawankule.
• Bawankule highlighted the historic mandate received by the Mahayuti alliance and congratulated the people of Maharashtra, while speculation about the Chief Minister’s identity continued.
• NCP leader Ajit Pawar confirmed that the government formula was decided in a meeting with senior BJP leader Amit Shah, stating there would be one BJP Chief Minister and two Deputy Chief Ministers from the allies.
• Pawar downplayed the delay in forming the government, citing similar instances in the past, including a month-long delay in 1999.
• Key discussions within the BJP on Saturday delayed the official announcement of the Chief Minister, leaving allied parties waiting for clarity on leadership.
• Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde reportedly expressed interest in the Home Ministry portfolio for his party, with negotiations on Cabinet distribution set to follow the BJP’s decision on its Chief Ministerial candidate.

Important questions

1. How many deaths were reported in Chennai due to Cyclone Fengal?
2. What was the maximum wind speed recorded during Cyclone Fengal’s landfall?
3. How many flights were canceled at Chennai airport due to the cyclone?
4. What reasons did the Sambhal district administration cite for prohibiting the entry of outsiders into the district until December 10?
5. What is the scheduled date for the swearing-in ceremony of Maharashtra’s new Chief Minister, and who will be attending the event?

Important vocabulary

1. Landfall: The event of a storm or cyclone reaching land.
2. Arterial roads: Main or central roads connecting major areas.
3. Squally winds: Sudden, brief, and intense gusts of wind.
4. Waterlogged: Flooded with water, often causing disruption.
5. Prohibitory: Restricting or forbidding certain actions or access.
6. Delegation: A group of people authorized to represent others.
7. Incitement: Encouraging unlawful or violent behavior.
8. Overreach: Exceeding one’s authority or limits.
9. Mandate: The authority granted by the electorate through an election.
10. Formula: An agreed-upon plan or arrangement.

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