The landfall of Cyclone Montha, which has grown into a severe cyclonic storm, began Tuesday evening between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, close to Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. High tides around the shore have been warned of by the India Meteorological Department. During the landfall process, Andhra is experiencing heavy rains and wind. The tropical cyclone is also affecting neighbouring states including West Bengal, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and Chhattisgarh. Up to 22 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel have been sent to coastal regions in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Puducherry.
Live Updates for Cyclone Montha | Approximately 160 Trains Affected Thus Far
CPRO A. Sridhar of South Central Railway discusses safety precautions and train delays. According to him, “Indian Railways has so far cancelled 122 trains due to the cyclonic conditions that are prevalent along the coastal areas, while a few others have been regulated, rescheduled, or diverted.” Approximately 160 trains have been impacted overall. The majority of these trains go between the areas of Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada, which are probably going to be affected by the cyclone. As a result, those routes’ services have been discontinued.In particular, trains heading to Howrah and Assam from South Indian towns like Bengaluru and Chennai, as well as several trains headed for Secunderabad, have been cancelled or delayed. In total, eight trains were diverted, about 29 were rescheduled, and 122 trains were cancelled. (PTI through X)
Live Updates for Cyclone Montha | 22 NDRF Teams Stationed in Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Puducherry, and Tamil Nadu’s Coastal Districts
Up to 22 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel have been sent to coastal regions in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Puducherry. Ten teams have been dispatched in Andhra Pradesh, followed by six in Odisha, three in Tamilnadu, two in Chhattisgarh, and one in Puducherry, according to official sources who spoke to ETV Bharat here.
Cyclone Montha Live Updates | IMD Declares That the Andhra Coast’s Landfall Process Has Started
According to IMD’s most recent observation, the landfall process has begun on X. For the following three to four hours, the landfall process will proceed. It said: “The Severe Cyclonic Storm Montha over westcentral Bay of Bengal moved north-northwestwards with a speed of 15 kmph during the past six hours and lay centred at 1630 hrs IST of today, the 28th October 2025, over the same region, near latitude 15.8°N & longitude 82.4°E, about 50 km south-southeast of Machilipatnam (Andhra Pradesh), 130 km south of Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh), 230 km south-southwest of Visakhapatnam.”
Over the course of the following three to four hours, it will continue to travel north-northwest and pass over the Andhra Pradesh coast between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, near Kakinada, as a severe cyclonic storm with maximum sustained winds of 90 to 100 kmph with gusts up to 110 kmph.
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Power Discom is on high alert as Cyclone Montha brings heavy rain to Odisha, according to live updates.
In light of Cyclone Montha’s predicted severe rainfall across Odisha, Tata Power Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) has increased its readiness and advised customers to take extra precautions when using electricity.
In order to respond to potential power outages, TPCODL, a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has put its field crews on high alert and started 24-hour monitoring. To handle any emergencies and guarantee a continuous supply of electricity, the corporation stated that it was collaborating closely with local authorities. This was especially important for vital services like hospitals, water supply systems, and disaster management centres. Continue Reading
Live Updates for Cyclone Montha | Cyclone Montha’s Approach Brings Back Memories of 1999; Veterans Still Haven’t Overcome That Trauma
Older residents of Odisha’s Kendrapara area remember 1999, when the strongest cyclone ever recorded in the north Indian Ocean made landfall in Paradip, when Cyclone Montha transformed into a powerful cyclonic storm and approached landfall in Andhra Pradesh.
The 1999 super cyclone that struck Orissa had no fancy name, and the naming of cyclones in the Indian Ocean started in 2004, a year after a similar super storm ravaged Gujarat. It struck the state with wind gusts of up to 260 km/h, quickly flattening large areas. It quickly destroyed houses, trees, and anything else that was in its way. The government estimates of the number of fatalities ranged from 10,000 to 30,000. Continue Reading
Live Updates for Cyclone Montha | Indian Railways Bulletin
Railways has taken the following actions in light of Cyclone Montha in order to guarantee the highest level of passenger and train safety:
Total Trains Cancelled: 61
4 Trains on 27.10.2025
48 Trains on 28.10.2025
8 Trains on 29.10.2025
1 Train on 30.10.2025
Some of the important Trains cancelled:
07166, Bhubaneswar New-Hyderabad Spl, on 29.10.2025
17479, Puri-Tirupati on 30.10.2025
18464, Bengaluru-Bhubaneswar, Prashanti on 29.10.2025
Trains Short-Terminated/Short-Originated: 9
Trains Diverted: 6
Trains Rescheduled: 9
In cooperation with IMD and Disaster Management authorities, railway personnel are keeping a careful eye on the changing meteorological conditions. To guarantee prompt restoration after the cyclone, field crews have been sent in to inspect tracks, overhead power cables and signalling systems around-the-clock.
Live Updates On Cyclone Montha | IMD Issues A Red Alert For Districts In Southern Odisha
As Cyclone Montha became stronger into a powerful cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal on Monday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued red and orange advisories for a number of districts in southern Odisha.
According to Bhubaneswar IMD Director Dr. Manorama Mohanty, who briefed the media, the cyclone is currently located roughly 510 km southwest of Gopalpur. “During the evening or night of October 28, it is very likely to move north-northwestward and cross the Andhra Pradesh coast between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, around Kakinada,” she said.
She noted that the wind speed is predicted to be between 90 and 110 km/h at the time of landfall.
Live Updates for Cyclone Montha | Union Minister Vaishnaw Assesses Railway Readiness
Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union Minister, examined the railway’s readiness for Cyclone Montha. Vaishnaw instructed the affected railway zones to take preventative action in advance of the cyclone’s effect on India’s east coast, according to an official letter.
The railway minister also talked about monitoring train operations to reduce passenger inconvenience, activating divisional war rooms, and preparing necessary supplies, equipment, and personnel, particularly in the Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Guntur divisions.
Live Updates For Cyclone Montha | Andhra Prohibits Large Cars On National Highways starting at 7:00 p.m.
Due to severe cyclone Montha in the Bay of Bengal, officials announced that heavy vehicles would not be permitted to travel on national highways in the coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh starting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday.
Road restrictions in the cyclone-affected districts were announced by the Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA). It stated that because of the cyclone, people should not travel unless absolutely required. (Inputs from IANS)
Cyclone Montha Live Updates: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana Cancels 30 IndiGo, 2 Air India, and 5 Air India Express Flights
According to GMR Airports, more than 35 flights between the Telangana city of Shamshabad and the Andhra Pradesh airports of Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Rajahmundry have been cancelled in the wake of Severe Cyclonic Storm (SCS) Montha. As SCS Month draws near, 30 IndiGo, two Air India, and five Air India Express flights have been cancelled in the Andhra Pradesh region surrounding Kakinada. SCS Montha is predicted to pass over the Andhra Pradesh coast near Kakinada on Tuesday night or today, with maximum sustained winds of 90–100 kmph with gusts up to 110 kmph, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Live updates for Cyclone Montha | Forecast for Isolated, Severe Rainfall Over Coastal Andhra, Rayalaseema, Telangana, South Chhattisgarh, and Odisha In a brief update, IMD said: “The Severe Cyclonic Storm Montha over westcentral Bay of Bengal is likely to cross Andhra Pradesh coast between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam around Kakinada during evening/night of today, the 28th October with a maximum sustained wind speed of 90-100 kmph gusting to 110 kmph.” Additionally, IMD stated that on October 28 and 29, 2025, isolated, very heavy rainfall occurred over coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema, Telangana, and south Chhattisgarh in Odisha due to the effect of the aforementioned systems.
Live Cyclone Montha Updates | Dr. M. Mohapatra, Director General of Meteorology, Provides Updates on Severe Cyclonic Storm. In a social media post, Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, the Director General of Meteorology at the India Meteorological Department, provided an update on the severe cyclone storm Montha’s current status. In a presentation, Mohapatra warned the officials and citizens of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha’s coastal areas.
