South India actor Siddharth says the conditions in the flood-hit Cuddalore district are being exaggerated.
The a coastal town has been one of worst affected areas due to the heavy downpour in Tamil Nadu over the last few weeks.
“We went to 15 villages. Many of these were described as drowning, starving, and unserviced on social media. Not true. Do not comment on Cuddalore from outside. There are places that are struggling. Do not confuse relief work. Be concerned. Not dramatic,” Siddharth posted on Twitter on Tuesday.
He added that Cuddalore needs help, not panic.
“Send bedding, blankets, and mosquito coils. Send smaller trucks that can go on kuchha [dirt] roads and identify groups that are addressing the hard-to-reach hamlets. Prioritise small villages away from main road and do not use relief labels or banners on trucks as they will be attacked,” he said.
He also requested volunteers to seek help from police.
