Odisha’s disaster management teams are on high alert. A developing cyclone over the Bay of Bengal may bring heavy rainfall to the state from October 27. The cyclone will not make landfall in Odisha. However, it may still cause widespread downpours and gusty winds.
Minister Says State Ready
Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said the state is ready to face the storm. He confirmed that departments like Health, Water Resources, and Energy are on alert.
“Odisha is highly vulnerable to natural disasters such as heavy rainfall, flooding, river swelling, and cyclones. We are preparing for an impending cyclonic storm predicted to hit its coast on the 22 or 29. Departments, including Health, Water Resources, Energy, and Agriculture, are fully prepared. Local Administrations across Odisha, especially in vulnerable areas, have made arrangements for relief centres, evacuation, and the provision of essential supplies. We urge people not to panic as we are fully prepared,” he said.
Cyclone Developing Over Bay of Bengal
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) spotted a low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal on October 24. It may turn into a depression by October 25, a deep depression by October 26, and a cyclonic storm by October 27.
Experts believe the cyclone will move toward the Andhra Pradesh coast but may still affect Odisha.
IMD Warns of Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
The IMD issued a yellow alert for the entire state. Coastal and southern districts may receive heavy rainfall from October 27 to 29. Some areas may face very heavy rain.
Wind speeds may reach 40–50 kmph, with gusts up to 60 kmph, along the southern coast.
IMD Bhubaneswar Director Manorama Mohanty confirmed the weather system is intensifying.
“There is a low-pressure system formed south of the Bay of Bengal... It is likely to form into a depression over the southeast and the adjoining Bay of Bengal on October 25. It will also further intensify into a deep depression by October 26. And into a cyclonic storm by October 27. Odisha is likely to experience heavy rainfall activity on 27, 28 and 29 October. Fishermen are advised not to venture into the sea from 26th onwards...” she warned.
IMD Weather Alert !
— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) October 24, 2025
A Low Pressure Area over the southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a Cyclonic Storm by 27th Oct over the southwest & adjoining westcentral Bay of Bengal.
🌧️ Heavy to very heavy rainfall expected over:
Tamil Nadu, Kerala & Mahe: 24–28 Oct… pic.twitter.com/fesSD5a8C8
Fishing Suspended, Public Alerted
Authorities in Thoothukudi suspended fishing activities after issuing a cyclone alert. Fishermen must stay ashore until further notice.
Officials told boats already at sea to return immediately. Docked boats must not set sail. Coastal residents have been told to stay away from the shore and follow weather updates from the IMD.