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Cyclone Mantha’s Impact Lingers: Bengal Braces for More Rain and Storms
Kolkata, October 29, 2025 – While Cyclone Mantha has weakened after making landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast Tuesday night, its effects are expected to persist over West Bengal for the remainder of the week, according to the Alipore Meteorological Department.
The powerful cyclone, which hit Andhra Pradesh between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam with wind speeds of 90-100 kmph, has weakened into a regular cyclone. While Bengal was spared a direct hit, several districts are likely to experience significant rainfall and gusty winds.
A yellow alert for thunderstorms and lightning has been issued for several South Bengal districts, including South 24 Parganas, East and West Midnapore, and Jhargram, with the possibility of heavy rainfall (7-11 cm). On Thursday, Purulia, Birbhum, West Burdwan, and Murshidabad are also expected to receive heavy rainfall, accompanied by winds of 30-40 kmph. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts scattered heavy rainfall in South Bengal until October 31st.
North Bengal is also bracing for increased rainfall. Jalpaiguri, North and South Dinajpur, and Malda are under a yellow alert for thunderstorms on Wednesday. From Thursday onwards, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Cooch Behar, Alipurduar, and Jalpaiguri are at risk of heavy to very heavy rainfall, with some areas potentially receiving up to 20 cm.
The Met Department has also warned of rough sea conditions. Fishermen are advised to return to shore immediately and are prohibited from venturing into the South, Central, and Northwest Bay of Bengal until further notice. State authorities have instructed all coastal fishermen to adhere to this advisory. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and take necessary precautions.
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