Heavy rain alert threatens Diwali celebration plan in Odisha

BHUBANESWAR: The possibility of formation of a cyclone has dampened preparations for Diwali in the state.
Though the India Meteorological Department (IMD) is yet to predict the path and severity of the possible cyclone, the special relief commissioner (SRC) has asked collectors of seven coastal districts of Ganjam, Puri, Khurda, Jagatsinghpur, Bhadrak, Kendrapada and Balasore to remain alert. However, the IMD forecast there will be no major change in weather till October 23.
The IMD said heavy rain will start in the state from October 24 and will continue till the next day. “A clear picture will be available after the low pressure area forms on Thursday. Once the low pressure is formed, we can forecast the movement and impact of the possible cyclone with accuracy,” said H R Biswas, director of the regional meteorological centre.
The weatherman has advised fishermen not to venture into the Bay from October 22 and along and off Odisha coast from October 23. Fishermen who are in the deep sea have ben advised to return by October 22. Administrations of Jagatsinghpur, Puri and Ganjam districts have made announcements in the fishermen colonies to send messages in this regard to those still in the sea.
People who had planned a grand celebration after two years are also worried as rain is likely to play a spoilsport. “Due to the Covid pandemic, we did not celebrate Diwali for the last two years. This year we had thought of organizing Diwali get-togethers and bursting green crackers. But the forecast of rain and possible cyclone has dampened the mood,” said Asutosh Nanda, a college student.
The cyclone forecast has also poured cold water on the hopes of diya makers and cracker dealers. We don’t know if people will turn up to buy diyas, lights and crackers due to rain on Diwali. Besides, a solar eclipse will occur the next day, so many will not light diyas or do puja as it is considered inauspicious, said Monorama Mandal, a diya seller in Unit-1 market.
Bhubaneswar: The possibility of formation of a cyclone has dampened preparations for Diwali in the state.
Though the India Meteorological Department (IMD) is yet to predict the path and severity of the possible cyclone, the special relief commissioner (SRC) has asked collectors of seven coastal districts of Ganjam, Puri, Khurda, Jagatsinghpur, Bhadrak, Kendrapada and Balasore to remain alert. However, the IMD forecast there will be no major change in weather till October 23.
The IMD said heavy rain will start in the state from October 24 and will continue till the next day. “A clear picture will be available after the low pressure area forms on Thursday. Once the low pressure is formed, we can forecast the movement and impact of the possible cyclone with accuracy,” said H R Biswas, director of the regional meteorological centre.
The weatherman has advised fishermen not to venture into the Bay from October 22 and along and off Odisha coast from October 23. Fishermen who are in the deep sea have ben advised to return by October 22. Administrations of Jagatsinghpur, Puri and Ganjam districts have made announcements in the fishermen colonies to send messages in this regard to those still in the sea.
People who had planned a grand celebration after two years are also worried as rain is likely to play a spoilsport. “Due to the Covid pandemic, we did not celebrate Diwali for the last two years. This year we had thought of organizing Diwali get-togethers and bursting green crackers. But the forecast of rain and possible cyclone has dampened the mood,” said Asutosh Nanda, a college student.
The cyclone forecast has also poured cold water on the hopes of diya makers and cracker dealers. We don’t know if people will turn up to buy diyas, lights and crackers due to rain on Diwali. Besides, a solar eclipse will occur the next day, so many will not light diyas or do puja as it is considered inauspicious, said Monorama Mandal, a diya seller in Unit-1 market.
Bhubaneswar: The possibility of formation of a cyclone has dampened preparations for Diwali in the state.
Though the India Meteorological Department (IMD) is yet to predict the path and severity of the possible cyclone, the special relief commissioner (SRC) has asked collectors of seven coastal districts of Ganjam, Puri, Khurda, Jagatsinghpur, Bhadrak, Kendrapada and Balasore to remain alert. However, the IMD forecast there will be no major change in weather till October 23.
The IMD said heavy rain will start in the state from October 24 and will continue till the next day. “A clear picture will be available after the low pressure area forms on Thursday. Once the low pressure is formed, we can forecast the movement and impact of the possible cyclone with accuracy,” said H R Biswas, director of the regional meteorological centre.
The weatherman has advised fishermen not to venture into the Bay from October 22 and along and off Odisha coast from October 23. Fishermen who are in the deep sea have ben advised to return by October 22. Administrations of Jagatsinghpur, Puri and Ganjam districts have made announcements in the fishermen colonies to send messages in this regard to those still in the sea.
People who had planned a grand celebration after two years are also worried as rain is likely to play a spoilsport. “Due to the Covid pandemic, we did not celebrate Diwali for the last two years. This year we had thought of organizing Diwali get-togethers and bursting green crackers. But the forecast of rain and possible cyclone has dampened the mood,” said Asutosh Nanda, a college student.
The cyclone forecast has also poured cold water on the hopes of diya makers and cracker dealers. We don’t know if people will turn up to buy diyas, lights and crackers due to rain on Diwali. Besides, a solar eclipse will occur the next day, so many will not light diyas or do puja as it is considered inauspicious, said Monorama Mandal, a diya seller in Unit-1 market.