With reference to Cyclone Arnab and its impact on Andhra Pradesh, consider the following statements: 1. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the body responsible for tracking the cyclonic storm. 2. The storm is predicted to have wind gusts reaching 200 kmph. 3. The cyclone is expected to hit the coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Cyclone Arnab expected to hit Andhra Pradesh with 140 kmph gusts on October 28

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Cropping patterns & irrigation· Prelims· 26 October 2026

Disaster management and coastal vulnerability: a relevant GS3 case study on cyclone preparedness.

Why in news

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu ordered high alert as Cyclone Arnab is expected to hit the coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam on October 28.

Background

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted a very severe cyclonic storm over the Bay of Bengal with wind gusts reaching 140 kmph. APCPDCL CMD P. Pulla Reddy reviewed power preparedness with 21 rescue teams stationed for the event.

Facts for Prelims

FactCyclone Arnab expected to hit between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam on October 28
FactWind gusts for Cyclone Arnab are expected to reach 140 kmph
BodyIndia Meteorological Department (IMD) is the body responsible for tracking the cyclonic storm
PlaceBapatla and Visakhapatnam are the specific coastal locations identified in Andhra Pradesh

Prelims practice question

With reference to Cyclone Arnab and its impact on Andhra Pradesh, consider the following statements:

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the body responsible for tracking the cyclonic storm.
The storm is predicted to have wind gusts reaching 200 kmph.
The cyclone is expected to hit the coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The note states wind gusts are expected to reach 140 kmph.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the institutional and logistical challenges in managing coastal disaster preparedness in India's Bay of Bengal region.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Infrastructure vulnerability: Power grid stability and communication outages during high-velocity wind events
Early warning efficacy: Coordination between IMD data dissemination and last-mile evacuation logistics

Keywords: cyclonic storm · disaster management · coastal vulnerability · early warning system · preparedness

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