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The IMD said the system is expected to continue moving north-northwestwards across Andhra Pradesh, adjoining Telangana and south Chhattisgarh
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday said that Cyclonic Storm “Montha” has weakened into a Deep Depression over coastal Andhra Pradesh and adjoining Telangana.
According to the IMD, the system moved north-northwestwards at a speed of 15 kmph during the past six hours before weakening. It was centred at 8.30 AM on October 29, 2025 near latitude 17.3°N and longitude 81.2°E, around:
50 km south-southeast of Bhadrachalam (Andhra Pradesh)
110 km east of Khammam (Telangana)
130 km south-southwest of Malkangiri (Odisha)
220 km south-southwest of Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh)
The IMD said the system is expected to continue moving north-northwestwards across Andhra Pradesh, adjoining Telangana and south Chhattisgarh, weakening further into a depression within the next six hours.
Forecast Track and Intensity
| Date/Time (IST) | Position (Lat °N / Long °E) | Maximum Sustained Wind Speed | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29.10.25 / 0830 | 17.3 / 81.2 | 50–60 kmph, gusting to 70 | Deep Depression |
| 29.10.25 / 1130 | 17.6 / 81.1 | 50–60 kmph, gusting to 70 | Deep Depression |
| 29.10.25 / 1730 | 18.2 / 80.9 | 35–45 kmph, gusting to 55 | Depression |
Further updates are awaited from the India Meteorological Department.
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