Severe cyclonic storm Remal made landfall between the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh, unleashing winds up to 135 km/h. The storm struck between Sagar Island and Khepupara near the southwest of Mongla in Bangladesh at 8:30 pm on Sunday, bringing torrential rains that flooded homes and farmlands, causing widespread destruction.

In Bangladesh, seven people were killed since the cyclone made landfall, according to an official from the country's disaster ministry. West Bengal has reported no casualties so far, but three people were injured.

Ahead of the storm, disaster management authorities and security forces across Bengal and the northeastern states were placed on high alert. District administrations in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Manipur, and Mizoram were instructed to take precautionary measures to mitigate the impact.

The authorities' proactive stance included evacuations and the setup of emergency shelters to ensure the safety of residents. Teams were mobilized to clear roads and restore communication lines in affected areas. Relief efforts were promptly initiated, with food, water, and medical supplies being distributed to those in need.

The Indian Meteorological Department had issued warnings, allowing for preparatory measures that minimized the potential loss of life in West Bengal. However, the damage to infrastructure and agriculture is expected to be significant, with initial reports indicating severe flooding in low-lying areas and substantial crop losses.

Emergency response teams are now working to assess the full extent of the damage and provide aid to affected communities. In Bangladesh, the government has mobilized resources to assist the families of the deceased and those displaced by the storm.

The focus remains on rescue operations, providing medical care, and restoring essential services. Authorities continue to monitor the situation, ensuring that relief operations are effectively coordinated and that vulnerable populations receive the necessary support to recover from the cyclone's aftermath.

Severe cyclonic storm Remal made landfall between the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh, unleashing winds up to 135 km/h. The storm struck between Sagar Island and Khepupara near the southwest of Mongla in Bangladesh at 8:30 pm on Sunday, bringing torrential rains that flooded homes and farmlands, causing widespread destruction.

In Bangladesh, seven people were killed since the cyclone made landfall, according to an official from the country's disaster ministry. West Bengal has reported no casualties so far, but three people were injured.

Ahead of the storm, disaster management authorities and security forces across Bengal and the northeastern states were placed on high alert. District administrations in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Manipur, and Mizoram were instructed to take precautionary measures to mitigate the impact.

The authorities' proactive stance included evacuations and the setup of emergency shelters to ensure the safety of residents. Teams were mobilized to clear roads and restore communication lines in affected areas. Relief efforts were promptly initiated, with food, water, and medical supplies being distributed to those in need.

The Indian Meteorological Department had issued warnings, allowing for preparatory measures that minimized the potential loss of life in West Bengal. However, the damage to infrastructure and agriculture is expected to be significant, with initial reports indicating severe flooding in low-lying areas and substantial crop losses.

Emergency response teams are now working to assess the full extent of the damage and provide aid to affected communities. In Bangladesh, the government has mobilized resources to assist the families of the deceased and those displaced by the storm.

The focus remains on rescue operations, providing medical care, and restoring essential services. Authorities continue to monitor the situation, ensuring that relief operations are effectively coordinated and that vulnerable populations receive the necessary support to recover from the cyclone's aftermath.