Bhubaneswar, Oct. 24 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday reported that a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a well-marked low-pressure zone. Meteorologists indicated that this system is likely to further intensify into a cyclonic storm named 'Montha' by 27th October.

Taking to his X handle, IMD weather expert Umashankar Das shared, "The low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a well-marked low-pressure system. This is likely to further intensify into a cyclonic storm by Oct 27."

Officials have warned coastal districts to remain alert as cyclonic conditions may develop over the northwest Bay of Bengal in the coming days.

Authorities are monitoring the system closely and...