India, Oct. 27 -- Cyclone Arnab intensified over the Bay of Bengal, prompting Odisha to evacuate 47,830 people from vulnerable areas.

Heavy rain and winds impacted southern districts, with shelters and relief funds allocated to ensure safety.

Authorities warned against spreading misinformation about the storm.

Heavy rain and strong winds hit several districts of southern Odisha on October 27, 2026, as very severe cyclonic storm Arnab intensified over the Bay of Bengal, prompting the state government to step up evacuation and emergency preparedness measures ahead of the cyclone's expected landfall on October 28.

The Odisha government evacuated 47,830 people from vulnerable areas in eight districts and identified 466 cyclone and flood s...