Odisha: Nandankanan zoo gears up to shield animals from cyclone Arnab

Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) With Cyclone Arnab nearing the Odisha coast, Nandankanan Zoo and the State Botanical Garden in Bhubaneswar have geared up to protect their animal inhabitants, putting veterinary supplies, food and safe shelters on standby. A 24-hour control room has been set up, while range-wise mock drills have been conducted to ensure preparedness for emergencies. Coordination has also been established with the Police, Fire Services, Electricity Department and other emergency agencies for a swift response to any eventuality, said officials of Nandankanan Zoological Park. Vulnerable structures, animal enclosures, electrical installations, roads and drainage systems have been inspected, and…