Cyclone Montha

Cyclone Montha made landfall off the coast of Andhra Pradesh on October 29, 2025, leading to significant destruction, including three deaths and heavy damage to crops across more than 87,000 hectares.

Why This Matters

Natural disasters like cyclones have immediate and long-term impacts on public safety, agricultural productivity, and infrastructure, prompting public interest and engagement, especially on social media platforms.

Public Sentiment Summary

Public sentiment surrounding Cyclone Montha is characterized by concern for the devastation it has caused, frustration with the media's portrayal of the situation, and recognition of the resilience of communities affected by such disasters. There is a prevailing sense of disaster fatigue among regions frequently impacted by cyclones, combined with empathy for those who have suffered.

Highlighted Comments

I really wonder and feel sorry for the people whose life gets shattered by these types of natural calamities. I even do not know if they recover from this in spite of the government's help and assurances.

Small death case and good management by the Government of Andhra Pradesh.

A cyclone is the same as eating Dahi Bara for us Odias, we face it every year. Thanks to Mr. Naveen Patnaik for World Class Disaster Management System.

Parties Involved

  • Government of Andhra Pradesh
  • Affected Communities
  • Media

What the people want

Government of Andhra Pradesh: Continue to enhance disaster management and recovery efforts, ensuring communities are supported beyond immediate assistance.

Media: Provide comprehensive and empathetic coverage of the devastation and recovery efforts to inform and engage the public adequately.