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A deep depression over the southeast Bay of Bengal has intensified into Cyclone Montha, the first cyclone of the year expected to hit the Indian mainland. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the storm is strengthening quickly and could develop into a severe cyclonic storm by Tuesday before making landfall near Kakinada on the Andhra Pradesh coast. (Image: ANI) According to IMD forecasts, Cyclone Montha will bring heavy to very heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough sea conditions along the eastern coast. The system, which formed on October 26, is expected to make landfall on October 28 between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, close to Kakinada. The storm is likely to impact parts of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu. (Image: PTI) In Andhra Pradesh, authorities have announced school closures in several districts as a safety measure. Schools, colleges, and other educational institutions in Kakinada, East Godavari, Konaseema, Eluru, and West Godavari will remain closed between October 27 and 31. District administrations have urged residents to stay indoors during heavy rain and to avoid coastal areas. (Representational Image/Getty) The Odisha government has declared a two-day holiday for schools, colleges, and other educational institutions in some coastal districts. The decision was taken as a precaution to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and staff. Disaster response teams have been deployed in vulnerable areas, and residents have been advised to follow local safety instructions. (AI Generated Image) In Tamil Nadu, several districts, including parts of the Chennai metropolitan region, have announced school closures due to the approaching cyclone. Local authorities have declared temporary holidays for schools and some colleges, especially in low-lying and coastal areas. The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall for October 27 and 28 as the storm moves northward. (Representational Image/Getty) All three states — Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu, are on high alert as Cyclone Montha approaches. Disaster management teams have been deployed, and fishermen have been warned not to venture into the sea. Authorities have urged residents in coastal and low-lying areas to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary travel during the peak of the storm. (Image: PTI)
