Authorities in Odisha and the neighbouring state of West Bengal are on a 'high alert mode' as the cyclonic storm 'Dana' li

As Odisha and West Bengal are bracing for a severe cyclonic storm, governments of both states have decided to evacuate people and close educational institutions in vulnerable areas

The severe cyclonic storm ‘Dana’ is expected to hit Odisha and West Bengal on October 24-25, as per IMD. Cyclone Dana live updates: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted on Monday that the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is likely to turn into a severe cyclonic storm by October 23 and reach the coasts adjoining Odisha and West Bengal the next day.

The West Bengal government has implemented a preparedness plan involving seven Principal Secretaries and two control rooms to address the impact of Cyclone Dana, which is expected to affect nine districts.

West Bengal prepares for Cyclone Dana as the state government initiates evacuations and school closures to protect residents. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee assures readiness for the storm, with disaster response teams deployed and control rooms operational.

Cyclone Dana, expected to make landfall between Odisha and West Bengal on October 24, has prompted the closure of schools in 14 districts of Odisha and several in West Bengal. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings of heavy rainfall and wind speeds of up to 120 km/h in the coastal areas.

As Cyclone Dana approaches, Odisha and West Bengal governments are evacuating people from vulnerable areas, closing educational institutions, and deploying disaster response teams. With the potential for torrential rain and high-speed winds,

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) personnel are working in coordination with the local administration and disaster management authorities in West Bengal and Odisha

Odisha Minister Suresh Pujari said apart from 800 cyclone shelters, an additional 500 temporary shelters have been made ready including schools and colleges.