Odisha bans fishing, tourist entry in 6 districts amid cyclone alert
Odisha's state government has prohibited fishing and barred tourists in six southern districts—Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Malkangiri, Koraput and Nabarangpur—after issuing a cyclone warning. Authorities are deploying emergency resources to these vulnerable areas, urging residents to follow safety directives while relief teams ready shelters and medical aid. The order also suspends coastal boat services. The measures aim to protect lives and property.