According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the severe cyclone ‘Dana’, with wind speeds expected to reach up to 120 kmph (75 mph), is likely to hit between Bhitarkanika National Park in Kendrapara district and Dhamra Port in Bhadrak district by Friday morning.

As Cyclone Dana approaches Odisha, the government plans to evacuate 10 lakh residents from coastal areas to ensure safety ahead of landfall.

As Cyclone Dana approaches the Odisha coast, the government plans to evacuate 10 lakh people from danger zones. By Wednesday evening, 30% had been relocated, with more expected by Thursday. The cyclone threatens to make landfall between Bhitarkanika and Dhamra,

The cyclone, with wind speeds expected to reach up to 120 kmph (75 mph), is likely to hit between Bhitarkanika National Park and Dhamra Port in Odisha by early Friday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

Coastal districts in Odisha and West Bengal are preparing for heavy to very heavy rainfall and strong winds on October 24 and 25

With Cyclone Dana on the horizon, Odisha's beaches have emptied as authorities restrict access in preparation for its impact. Expected to bring heavy rain and tidal waves, the cyclone's landfall is anticipated near Bhitarkanika National Park.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of Cyclone Dana's imminent arrival in Odisha, predicting heavy rainfall and strong winds from October 23 to 25. With the cyclone's landfall expected between Puri and Sagar Island,

West Bengal and 11 teams in Odisha have been kept on stand-by for deployment by the National Disaster Response Force

Cyclone Dana is predicted to hit the Odisha-West Bengal coast on3 (Wednesday). The cyclonic storm is expected to unleash heavy rainfall and strong winds. According to an IMD official, it can also intensify into ‘severe cyclonic storm’,