Cyclone ‘Montha’: Indian Railways Cancels Trains in Andhra and Coastal Regions as Precaution

New Delhi / Amaravati, October 27, 2025: With Cyclone 'Montha' approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast, the Indian Railways has announced the cancellation of several trains scheduled to operate in the cyclone-affected regions. The move, officials said, is a precautionary measure to ensure passenger safety and prevent disruption of services during the storm's landfall.

Railway authorities stated that the cancellations are temporary and intended to minimise risks arising from heavy rainfall, strong winds, and potential track obstructions caused by the cyclone. The complete list of affected trains has been shared on the official Indian Railways and zonal websites.

Cyclone Montha Intensifies

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Cyclone Montha - currently over the southwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal - is expected to intensify into a Severe Cyclonic Storm (SCS) by the morning of October 28.

The system is likely to move north-northwestwards and make landfall between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, near Kakinada, during the evening or night of October 28. At landfall, wind speeds may reach 90-100 kmph, with gusts up to 110 kmph, the IMD said.

Current Position of the Cyclone

As of 2:30 pm today, the cyclone was located:

• 440 km east of Chennai (Tamil Nadu)
• 490 km south-southeast of Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh)
• 530 km south-southeast of Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh)
• 710 km south-southwest of Gopalpur (Odisha)

The storm is advancing at approximately 17 kmph, with coastal districts already reporting heavy rain and strong gales, according to Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) Managing Director Prakhar Jain.

Preparedness and Warnings

Authorities have urged residents in low-lying and coastal areas to remain alert, avoid venturing out during high winds, and follow evacuation advisories. Disaster management teams, NDRF units, and local officials have been deployed across vulnerable districts to monitor the situation.