According to meteorological updates, the storm system is positioned roughly 80 km west of Sri Lanka, traveling northwest at 7 kmph. Its current proximity places it just about 220 km southeast of Karaikal, 380 km from Puducherry, and nearly 430 km south of Chennai. The cyclone is expected to intensify slightly and make its closest approach over the Southwest Bay of Bengal by early morning tomorrow.
#WATCH | Nagore, Tamil Nadu | High tides, strong winds and rainfall hit the coastal areas of Tamil Nadu as cyclone Ditwah moves closer. pic.twitter.com/xRHD6FppWD
— ANI (@ANI) November 29, 2025
Heavy rains have already hammered the delta belt—Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, and Tiruvarur—forcing the closure of schools and colleges and the postponement of examinations. Thousands of residents in low-lying zones have been relocated to relief shelters, where food and emergency assistance are being provided.
Authorities have instructed district administrations to closely monitor water levels in reservoirs and coastal zones, especially in anticipation of rough sea surges. Citizens have been advised to remain indoors until conditions normalize.
NDRF teams have been placed on standby for rapid deployment. Wind speeds along coastal Tamil Nadu may reach 70 kmph, possibly gusting up to 80 kmph through Sunday. Meanwhile, flight operations in Chennai have experienced significant disruptions due to unsafe flying conditions.
