GCC sets up 220 relief centres, 110 kitchens for monsoon

Heavy rain lashed Chennai on October 17, 2026 night, leaving several areas flooded early in the morning, seen at Stephenson road, Perambur and Ganesapuram railway Subway, Vyasarpadi on October 18, 2026. | Photo Credit: B. Jothi Ramalingam

The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has kept 220 relief centres and 110 community kitchens ready as part of its preparedness for the northeast monsoon and the anticipated super El Niño.

At a review meeting held at Ezhilagam on October 17, Chief Secretary M. Sai Kumar directed zonal monitoring officers and officials from the Corporation and other service departments to coordinate their efforts, prioritise public safety and respond promptly to complaints.