SoSouth: Cyclone Montha Wreaks Havoc In Andhra Pradesh, Rescue Ops Underway

This special report covers Cyclone Montha's devastating impact on Andhra Pradesh, where Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is overseeing relief efforts, alongside major political developments in South India. A key quote highlights the political friction in Tamil Nadu, with the opposition stating, 'the CM and his son are busy reviewing movies instead of worrying and taking part in the misery of the farmers'. The program details the cyclone's landfall in Machilipatnam, the extensive damage to infrastructure, and ongoing rescue operations by NDRF teams. It also delves into the political turmoil in Tamil Nadu, where CM M.K. Stalin faces criticism from the AIADMK and BJP over his priorities during a crisis. Additionally, the report covers the power struggle within Karnataka's Congress government, as Ahinda groups rally behind CM Siddaramaiah for a full term.