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After the Cyclone

SEVERAL THOUSAND CRORES and counting. That’s the feared business impact of Cyclone Michaung and the destruction it has left in its wake in Chennai, India’s fourth largest city and a crucial business centre.

As the cyclone made its way to Andhra Pradesh, 45 cm of rain lashed the coastal city over a span of 36 hours on December 3 and 4, flooding streets, knocking out power, internet and telecom connectivity.

The Tamil Nadu government has sought ₹7,033

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