The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday confirmed that the low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal has intensified into a depression, marking the early stages of a potential cyclonic storm. The system is forecast to strengthen into a deep depression by Sunday and further evolve into a cyclone named Montha by Monday, October 27, 2025.

Odisha on High Alert

Authorities in Odisha have ramped up preparedness measures as the brewing storm advances across the Bay of Bengal. Although current forecasts suggest that Cyclone Montha may not make direct landfall in the state, the IMD predicts heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds from October 27 to 29.

The Revenue and Disaster Management Minister, Suresh Pujari, stated that all key departments, including h

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