Bhubaneswar, Oct. 24 -- Rainfall is likely to intensify across coastal Odisha from October 26, as the state prepares for the possible impact of a cyclone. Very heavy rainfall is forecast for October 27, while extremely heavy rainfall of 20-30 cm is expected on October 28 and 29.

Ahead of the possible cyclone, the Cuttack district administration has directed the removal of unsafe decorative gates and hoardings within 48 hours. Puja committees have also been instructed to dismantle dangerous temporary structures near puja pandals. If they fail to comply within the deadline, the Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) will launch a drive to remove the structures.

Puri, Ganjam and Gajapati districts are under red alert. The leave of government ...