Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to be alert to the likely impact of Cyclone Montha, which is expected to have a severe impact on the State for four days starting October 26 (Sunday).
In a teleconference with the district Collectors, Superintendents of Police and other senior officials on cyclone preparedness on October 25, 2025 (Saturday), Mr. Naidu said the Meteorological Department issued a red alert, and therefore the officials concerned should be proactive in mitigating the impact of the cyclone.
The weather system might intensify into a severe cyclonic storm and cross the Andhra Pradesh coast near Kakinada on October 28 evening with wind speeds reaching 110 kmph.
Therefore, precautionary measures should be taken to prevent loss of lives and damage to properties, the Chief Minister said.
Mr. Naidu said the cyclone might affect the entire coast from Srikakulam to Tirupati, and heavy rainfall ranging from 80 to 100 mm was anticipated. He directed the officials to be alert to the likelihood of floods due to heavy spells of rain.
