With reference to the cyclone approaching Andhra Pradesh, consider the following statements: 1. The cyclone is projected to hit near Bapatla. 2. The expected wind speeds of the cyclone are 100-110 kmph. 3. The cyclone is expected to make landfall on November 5. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

CM Naidu cancels Delhi visit as 110 kmph cyclone nears Andhra Pradesh

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Cropping patterns & irrigation· Prelims· 1 November 2026

Disaster management and coastal vulnerability: a GS3 case study on state-led infrastructure resilience.

Why in news

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu cancelled his Delhi visit to oversee preparations for a cyclone expected to hit Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh, on November 3.

Background

A cyclone with wind speeds of 100-110 kmph is projected to hit near Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh. The state government has ordered manpower mobilization for power repairs and telecom connectivity maintenance.

Facts for Prelims

PlaceBapatla: A coastal location in Andhra Pradesh targeted by the cyclone
FactExpected wind speeds: 100-110 kmph
FactExpected landfall date: November 3

Prelims practice question

With reference to the cyclone approaching Andhra Pradesh, consider the following statements:

The cyclone is projected to hit near Bapatla.
The expected wind speeds of the cyclone are 100-110 kmph.
The cyclone is expected to make landfall on November 5.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

Show answer

Answer: (d) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: The note states the expected landfall date is November 3.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the institutional framework for disaster management in coastal states and the role of state-level coordination in mitigating cyclone impacts.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Infrastructure resilience: Need for robust power grids and telecom redundancy in high-velocity wind zones
Logistical coordination: Challenges in mobilizing rapid-response manpower for rural and coastal repair works

Keywords: Disaster Mitigation · Coastal Vulnerability · State-led Governance · Infrastructure Resilience

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