Cyclone Ditwah Live Tracker: Storm Approaching Puducherry and Chennai, IMD Reports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences to Sri Lanka over Cyclone Ditwah’s impact, offering assistance and support. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced that the cyclone is approaching the southwest Bay of Bengal, near north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and south Andhra Pradesh coasts by November 30. Currently located south-southeast of Karaikal, Puducherry, and Chennai, the storm is forecasted to move parallel to the Tamil Nadu coast after passing over Sri Lanka. Authorities have issued alerts for several districts, urging caution and preparedness. The government has instructed local authorities to be on high alert, especially in coastal regions, and has advised fishermen to avoid venturing into the sea amidst expected heavy rains.