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Ganjam, Odisha: Amid Cyclone Arnab and heavy rainfall, the Ganjam district administration has taken special measures to ensure the safety and medical care of pregnant women.
According to administrative data released as of 6 PM on October 29, 2026, authorities had identified 1,262 pregnant women whose deliveries were expected by November 10. Of these, 588 women were shifted to safer locations as a precautionary measure.
The latest figures show that 326 deliveries have taken place among the women relocated to safety. These include 63 Caesarean-section (C-section) deliveries. The newborns comprise 150 boys and 176 girls.
The administrative report also recorded 32 women being referred to centres offering higher levels of medical care, while 87 women were discharged and returned home.
Notably, the report recorded zero maternal deaths and zero stillbirths.
The district administration and health department are continuing to monitor the situation and coordinate medical assistance to ensure that pregnant women receive timely healthcare throughout the cyclone and heavy rainfall situation.
Authorities are prioritising maternal and newborn health as rescue, relief and precautionary measures continue across the affected areas.
