Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner, Chanchal Rana, on Monday said the city is fully prepared to tackle the impact of cyclone ‘Montha,’ which is likely to affect Odisha’s south coast.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Khordha district, which includes the state capital, has been placed under a yellow warning. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected at isolated places, with surface wind speeds reaching 50–60 kmph and gusts up to 70 kmph.

“Urban flooding, road blockages due to fallen trees, and power outages in residential areas are possible. To ensure safety, detailed preparations have been made, and the BMC control room is operational,” said BMC Commissioner Chanchal Rana while speaking to the media.

Joint teams from BMC, Bhubanes

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