Cyclone Montha landfall LIVE Updates: Landfall process underway, to continue for 3-4 hours

Cyclonic storm Montha over the west-central Bay of Bengal has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm on Tuesday morning. The system is now moving north-northwestwards at a speed of 15 kmph and is expected to make landfall between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, near Kakinada, during the evening or night of October 28 as a severe cyclonic storm. 

As of 5:30 a.m. today (October 28, 2025), Cyclone Montha was centered about 190 km south-southeast of Machilipatnam, 270 km south-southeast of Kakinada, 340 km south-southwest of Visakhapatnam, and 550 km south-southwest of Gopalpur (Odisha).

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Oct 28, 2025 23:53 IST

Odisha CM reassures full preparedness as Cyclone ‘Montha’ landfall continues

As the landfall process of Severe Cyclonic Storm Montha continues, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi on Tuesday reiterated that the state government remains fully prepared to tackle any eventualities arising out of the situation. He noted that the impact of the cyclone on Odisha has been minimal so far. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 23:51 IST

Coastal areas expected to experience heavy rainfall, strong gale winds

Oct 28, 2025 23:40 IST

Extra precautions taken for pregnant women in Malkangiri

Oct 28, 2025 23:39 IST

The landfall process continues

Oct 28, 2025 23:34 IST

Odisha CM reassures full preparedness as Cyclone ‘Montha’ landfall continues

As the landfall process of Severe Cyclonic Storm Montha continues,Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi on Tuesday reiterated that the state government remains fully prepared to tackle any eventualities arising out of the situation. He noted that the impact of the cyclone on Odisha has been minimal so far. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 23:33 IST

Indian Railways in full preparedness mode as Cyclone ‘Montha’ landfall continues

AsCyclone Monthaadvances toward the East Coast, theIndian Railwayshas gone into full preparedness mode to minimize disruption and ensure passenger safety. In anticipation of the storm’s impact, war rooms have been activated at the Divisional, Zonal, and Board levels, enabling real-time coordination and rapid response across affected regions. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 22:48 IST

Cyclone Montha: Odisha CM Mohan Majhi reaches SRC control room to review preparations

Oct 28, 2025 21:59 IST

Cyclone Montha landfall underway, confirms IMD

Oct 28, 2025 21:24 IST

Cyclone ‘Montha’: Indian Railways cancels 61 trains, diverts and reschedules several services for passenger safety

In a bid to ensure maximum passenger safety in view of Cyclone 'Montha, Indian Railways has announced major operational changes, including the cancellation of 61 trains. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 21:04 IST

Cyclone Montha landfall process underway; OTV LIVE UPDATES from Kakinada

Oct 28, 2025 19:39 IST

Cyclone Montha landfall begins, process to continue for 3-4 hours

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed in its evening hourly update that the landfall process of the Severe Cyclonic Storm Montha has commenced. The system is currently making landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, near Kakinada.Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 19:34 IST

IMD confirms Cyclone Montha landfall process has begun

Oct 28, 2025 19:28 IST

Nandankanan Zoo to remain closed on Oct 29 due to Cyclone ‘Montha’

Nandankanan Zoological Park and State Botanical Garden in Bhubaneswar will remain closed for visitors on Wednesday (October 29) due to  Cyclone 'Montha'. The Nandankanan Zoological Park authorities have issued a notification in this regard on Tuesday. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 19:18 IST

Cyclone Montha nears Andhra coast, IMD warns of heavy rain and strong winds

Cyclone Montha has moved north-northwestwards and, as of 4:30 PM IST on October 28, was positioned about 50 km south-southeast of Machilipatnam, 130 km south-southeast of Kakinada, 230 km south-southwest of Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, and 470 km south-southwest of Gopalpur in Odisha, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The cyclone is expected to bring heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and rough sea conditions along the Andhra and Odisha coasts over the next 24 hours. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea.

Oct 28, 2025 18:40 IST

Power supply restoration, cyclone Montha relief, crop loss compensation plans in place: Odisha Deputy CM

Odisha Government is fully prepared to tackle the approaching cyclone Montha, Deputy Chief Minister K.V. Singh Deo said on Tuesday. He stated that the Energy Department has made necessary arrangements to restore electricity soon in case of any damage to electric poles or power lines. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 17:58 IST

Cyclone 'Montha: Landslide cuts off key routes in Odisha’s Gajapati

Due to the impact of Cyclone 'Montha' induced heavy rain, a massive boulder fell on the road in Gajapati district on Tuesday.

As per reports, a major landslide occurred at Badagaon Ghat under R Udayagiri block in the district, where large rocks and mud have fallen onto the road. As a result, communication between Ramagiri and Badagaon has been completely cut off. Connectivity to five nearby villages, as well as to Ganjam district, has also been severely affected.  Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 17:49 IST

Cyclone Montha: 60 trawler crews, 10 fishermen from Andhra rescued in Odisha

Under the impact of a severe cyclonic disturbance, the sea has turned turbulent along the Odisha coast, disrupting fishing operations. Around sixty trawlers from Andhra Pradesh were caught last night in the rough waters off Gopalpur in Ganjam district. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 16:32 IST

Cyclone 'Montha': Kali Puja gate collapses due to heavy rain, traffic disrupted in Jajpur

Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds induced by Cyclone 'Montha' led to the collapse of a decorative light gate installed for Kali Puja at College Square in Byasanagar under Jajpur district on Tuesday.  Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 14:51 IST

Lifeguard assaulted by tourist couple at Puri beach amid Cyclone Montha restrictions

An incident of assault on a lifeguard by a tourist couple was reported at Sector 4 of Puri beach on Tuesday. According to reports, the lifeguard was allegedly attacked with slippers after advising a woman tourist not to enter the sea due to the rough weather conditions triggered by Cyclone Montha. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 14:26 IST

Odisha On Edge As Cyclone Montha Approaches; CM Majhi Holds Review Meet

Oct 28, 2025 14:12 IST

Cyclone Montha triggers landslide in Gajapati district; road connectivity disrupted

The impact of Cyclone Montha has been felt in Gajapati district of Odisha, where a section of a hill collapsed along the Linga–Barabha road under Partoda panchayat in Kashinagar block on Tuesday. The landslide brought down large rocks and debris, blocking the road and halting vehicular movement. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 14:11 IST

Ganjam on high alert as Cyclone Montha’s impact begins along Odisha coast

With Cyclone Montha intensifying into a severe cyclonic storm and moving closer to landfall near Kakinada, its effects have started to be felt across several regions of Odisha, particularly along the Gopalpur coast in Ganjam district. Reports indicate that the sea along the Ganjam coastline has gradually become rough since Monday morning, with conditions worsening further by Tuesday. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 14:10 IST

Cyclone Montha advances toward Kakinada; strong winds, high waves reported in Odisha’s Puri

With Cyclone Montha intensifying into a severe cyclonic storm and moving closer to landfall near Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh, its impact has begun to be felt across various parts of Odisha, particularly along the Puri coast. On Tuesday, the waves at Puri sea beach became stronger, and the wind speed increased significantly as the cyclone is moving closer to the Andhra coast. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 14:10 IST

Cyclone Montha: Nandankanan Biological Park on high alert with control room in place, focus on animal safety

The Nandankanan Biological Park in Odisha's Bhubaneswar has stepped up its preparedness measures to safeguard animals, visitors, and park infrastructure in view of the heavy rainfall forecast and gusty winds under the influence of cyclone Montha. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 14:09 IST

Cyclone Montha: Strong winds and continuous rainfall lash Kakinada ahead of landfall

Strong winds accompanied by loud roaring sounds have been sweeping through Kakinada Suryapeta Beach, with continuous drizzle reported since Monday night. The situation has intensified gradually as Cyclone Montha approaches the Andhra Pradesh coast. The wind speed is increasing steadily, while rainfall continues to grow heavier in the region. Read More...

Oct 28, 2025 13:58 IST

IMD warns of heavy rain, strong winds in Odisha as severe Cyclone Montha approaches Andhra coast

Severe cyclonic storm Montha is rapidly approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast and is expected to make landfall near Kakinada between Tuesday evening and night, meteorologists have warned. The cyclone, which has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm, is currently moving at a speed of 12 kmph, with its center located about 160 km from Machilipatnam, 240 km from Kakinada, 320 km from Visakhapatnam, and 530 km from Gopalpur, Odisha.

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Oct 28, 2025 13:48 IST

Cyclone Montha: Over 11,000 evacuated, extensive disaster response teams deployed in Odisha, says CM Majhi

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday chaired a high-level review meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan in Bhubaneswar to assess the state’s preparedness for Cyclone Montha and assured of achieving a ‘zero casualty’ target. Read more...

Oct 28, 2025 13:05 IST

Cyclone ‘Montha’ triggers heavy rain in Twin City Cuttack and Bhubaneswar; IMD predicts more showers

Under the influence ofCyclone Montha, the twin cities of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack witnessed heavy rainfall on Tuesday, disrupting daily life and traffic movement since early morning.

Reports stated that showers began around 8 am in both cities and continued intermittently, with another spell hitting the state capital around 10 am. The sky remained overcast, accompanied by occasional gusty winds. Read more...

Oct 28, 2025 12:33 IST

Cyclone ‘Montha’: CM Mohan Majhi reviews preparedness and evacuation as Odisha also braces for impact

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, on Tuesday, chaired a high-level review meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan in Bhubaneswar to assess the state’s preparedness for Cyclone Montha, which has now intensified into a severe cyclonic storm over the Bay of Bengal.

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Oct 28, 2025 11:46 IST

Indian Railways cancels 42 trains including Konark Express; check helpline numbers

In anticipation of Cyclone Montha and to ensure passenger safety, the Indian Railways has announced significant changes to train operations. As of 10:30 am on Tuesday, 42 trains have been cancelled, 2 trains diverted, 5 trains short-terminated or short-originated, and 8 trains rescheduled.

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Oct 28, 2025 11:45 IST

‘Severe cyclonic storm Montha to make landfall between 9 pm-11 pm today’

The severe cyclonic storm Montha is inching closer to the Andhra Pradesh coast and is now positioned about 270 km from Kakinada, moving north-northwest at a speed of 15–17 kmph.  According to weather expert Sarat Sahu, the system is expected to make landfall between 9 pm and 11 pm near Kakinada on Tuesday.

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Oct 28, 2025 11:34 IST

Cyclone Montha Intensifies Into Severe Cyclonic Storm; Red Alert For South Odisha

Oct 28, 2025 11:10 IST

Cyclone ‘Montha’ impact: House collapses, 1 injured in Odisha’s Gajapati

Continuous downpour lashed Gajapati district on Tuesday under the impact of Cyclone Montha, which has now intensified into a severe cyclonic storm. Reports added that heavy, incessant rains have led to landslides, blocked roads, and damage to houses in low-lying and hilly regions. Read more...

Oct 28, 2025 10:15 IST

Cyclone ‘Montha’ nears Kakinada coast, landfall tonight; Odisha braces for severe gusts, heavy rainfall

Cyclone ‘Montha’intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Stormover the west-central Bay of Bengal by early Tuesday morning, prompting a red alert for parts of south Odisha and coastal Andhra Pradesh.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the system is moving north-northwestwards and is expected to make landfall between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, near Kakinada, by tonight. Read more...

Oct 28, 2025 10:13 IST

Cyclone ‘Montha’ turns into severe cyclonic storm; know how IMD classifies storms based on intensity

Cyclone ‘Montha’ intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal by early Tuesday morning

The IMD categorises tropical weather systems over the North Indian Ocean into eight distinct stages based on their maximum sustained wind speed (MSW). This classification determines the storm’s intensity, potential impact, and the level of warnings issued to authorities and the public. Read more...

Oct 28, 2025 09:50 IST

NDRF, Fire Services on high alert in Odisha, schools closed in 8 districts

With the approaching cyclonic storm Montha expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds, Odisha has stepped up preparedness across the southern districts.  Five teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed at Koraput, Malkangiri, Gajapati, Kandhamal, and Rayagada, the areas likely to be most affected by cyclone Montha’s impact.

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Oct 28, 2025 09:49 IST

Cyclone Montha approaches Andhra coast, red alert issued for southern Odisha districts

Cyclone Montha is inching closer to the Andhra Pradesh coast and is expected to make landfall between Tuesday evening and midnight near Kakinada, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). 

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Oct 28, 2025 09:48 IST

Cyclone Montha intensifies into severe cyclonic storm; IMD issues red alert for south Odisha coast

Cyclonic storm Montha over the west-central Bay of Bengal has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said in its latest bulletin on Tuesday morning.  

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