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Severe Cyclonic Storm 'Montha' crosses Andhra Pradesh coast

National | Dated: 31 Oct 2025

The Severe Cyclonic Storm 'Montha' made landfall and crossed the coast of Andhra Pradesh on October 31, 2025. The cyclone brought extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds to the coastal districts, leading to widespread disruption and damage. After landfall, the storm weakened into a Cyclonic Storm.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The name 'Montha' was given by Thailand.
  • The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued red alerts for several coastal districts.
  • Rescue and relief operations are underway, led by NDRF teams.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • The storm caused significant damage to infrastructure and agriculture in the affected regions.
  • The government has announced financial aid for the affected families.
  • The name 'Montha' (meaning 'Pearl') was contributed by Thailand to the list of cyclone names.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Severe Cyclonic Storm 'Montha', which made landfall on Oct 31, 2025, primarily affected which Indian state?

Correct Answer: Andhra Pradesh

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Cyclones in Bay of Bengal

  • (i) Cyclones in this region are typically formed during the pre-monsoon (April-May) and post-monsoon (October-December) seasons (ii) Naming is done by Regional Specialised Meteorological Centres (RSMCs), including IMD.