India
oi-Swastika Sruti
India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for weather in several states owing to the possibility that the current low-pressure area formed in the Bay of Bengal may gain further strength in the coming days. It is possible that a cyclonic storm will form in the west-central Bay of Bengal during the morning hours of October 26, according to the weather forecast.
The India Meteorological Department warned of potential cyclonic storm formation in the Bay of Bengal by October 26, predicting very heavy rain for Odisha and coastal Andhra Pradesh on Oct 27-28, while a separate system over the Arabian Sea brings heavy showers to southern India.
Very heavy rainfall is expected in Odisha and coastal regions of Andhra Pradesh on October 27 and 28, whereas there are chances of heavy showers in southern regions of the country because of another low pressure area that is formed in the southeastern Arabian Sea and surrounding Lakshadweep region.
There are fears of heavy rainfall, waterlogging, and disruptions owing to the formation of weather systems. On the other hand, heavy rains have been witnessed in Puducherry at night, and thus, a holiday for schools in Puducherry and Karaikal is announced on Friday, October 23.
🌧️ IMD Weather Warning !A Low Pressure Area over the eastcentral and adjoining southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a Depression on 24th October, a Deep Depression on 25th October, and a Cyclonic Storm over the westcentral Bay of Bengal by the morning of 26th October, 2026.⚠️ Rainfall Warning:🔴 Extremely Heavy Rainfall: Coastal Andhra Pradesh on 27th & 28th October and Odisha on 28th October.🟠 Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall: Odisha on 27th & 29th October.The system is likely to move west-northwestwards towards the North Andhra Pradesh and adjoining South Odisha coasts over the subsequent two days.Stay alert and follow official weather updates.#CyclonicStorm #WeatherAlert #HeavyRainfall #AndhraPradesh #Odisha #IMD #WeatherUpdate@moesgoi @airnewsalerts @DDNational @ndmaindia @ICRER_MHA
— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) October 23, 2026
Bay of Bengal Low-Pressure Area May Intensify By October 26
As per the IMD prediction, there is an area of low pressure over the east-central Bay of Bengal and nearby southeast parts of the bay.
The area is predicted to gain strength and develop into a depression by October 24 and is forecast to continue moving towards the west-northwest direction and gain further strength by October 25.
By the morning of October 26, the system can develop into a cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal.
The system will move towards the coasts of northern Andhra Pradesh and adjoining southern Odisha states. The development of the system and its movement will decide the onset of rain along the eastern coast.
But this is just a prediction about the future development of the system. A cyclonic storm has not yet developed.
Odisha, Andhra Pradesh Likely To Receive Very Heavy Rain
Odisha and coastal Andhra Pradesh are expected to be among the areas most affected by the Bay of Bengal system.
SEVERE CYCLONE ARNAB ALERT🚨📢⚠️ 27,28,29 OCT : ANDHRA PRADESH ON WATCH!A potential cyclone threat is being closely monitored. Daily updates on the possible cyclone track, landfall probabilities, rainfall & wind impact will be shared.📢 TONIGHT: Detailed probability update, including possible impact chances for TELANGANA#CycloneArnab
— Hyderabad Rains (@Hyderabadrains) October 23, 2026
According to the forecast provided in the weather update:
- October 27-28: Very heavy rainfall is likely at isolated places in Odisha and coastal Andhra Pradesh.
- October 29: Isolated parts of Odisha may receive very heavy rainfall.
Residents in vulnerable and low-lying areas should follow local weather warnings and official instructions, particularly if heavy rain leads to waterlogging or affects transport.
The development of the system could also bring strong winds and rough weather near the coast, depending on its eventual intensity and track.
Heavy Rain Alert For Tamil Nadu, Kerala And Lakshadweep
A separate low-pressure area over the southeastern Arabian Sea and adjoining Lakshadweep region is expected to bring rainfall to parts of southern India.
The IMD forecast in the supplied weather update identifies the following periods for heavy rainfall:
- Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal: October 23-25, with further heavy rain possible from October 26-29.
- Kerala and Mahe: October 23-27, with another spell possible on October 28-29.
- Lakshadweep: October 23-26, with further rainfall possible from October 27-29.
- Coastal and south interior Karnataka: Heavy rain is possible during October 23-24, with another period of heavy rainfall forecast from October 25-29.
- Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam: Rainfall is forecast during October 23-26, followed by another spell from October 27-29.
- Telangana: Heavy rain is possible at isolated places from October 27-29.
- Rayalaseema: Scattered rainfall is forecast during October 23-29.
North interior Karnataka may also receive heavy rainfall on October 23 and 24. The IMD has warned of thunderstorms and lightning at isolated places in Karnataka during October 23-24.
The intensity of rainfall may vary from one district to another, so residents should check local forecasts rather than assume that every area will receive the same amount of rain.
Puducherry Records Heavy Overnight Rainfall, Schools Closed
Puducherry and the neighboring regions have witnessed incessant rains through the night, with some waterlogging being witnessed in several low-lying areas on Friday.
According to the sources quoted in the weather bulletin, Puducherry and the suburban areas have witnessed 9.6 cm of rain in the last 24 hours, whereas 4 cm of rain was seen in Karaikal.
In light of the weather scenario, the Education Minister of Puducherry A. Namassivayam declared a holiday for all government and private schools in Puducherry and Karaikal on Friday, October 23.
What Should Residents Do During The Rain Alert?
Since more than one system is likely to impact eastern and southern parts of India, the public is advised to pay attention to the bulletins and advisories released by the IMD.
Those people residing in low-lying areas need to watch out for water-logging and flooding alerts. The public is also advised not to drive in flooded streets and to avoid electricity-related risks during thunderstorms.
It is advisable that fishermen and people from coastal regions adhere to the sea-condition and fishing alerts.
It appears that the system in the Bay of Bengal will become stronger in the coming days; however, its exact strength and movements may vary.
