Bhubaneswar, Oct 16: A low-pressure area is likely to develop over the south Bay of Bengal around October 21 and may move in a northwesterly direction towards the coasts of Tamil Nadu and southern Andhra Pradesh, according to preliminary weather model forecasts.

Meteorological models, particularly the Global Forecast System (GFS), suggest that the system could intensify into a depression by October 23 and approach northern Tamil Nadu and southern Andhra Pradesh. However, no other global weather models have so far confirmed the development or path of this potential depression.

Speaking on the matter, senior agrometeorologist Professor Surendranath Pasupalak stated that there is no threat to Odisha from this system.

“It is too early to predict the exact path or intensity of the low-pressure system. A clearer picture will emerge only after its formation. However, even if it intensifies into a depression, the models indicate that it will not have any impact on Odisha,” Prof. Pasupalak said.

Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast dry weather conditions across Odisha for the upcoming week, with no significant rainfall expected in any part of the state.

Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, and updates will be issued as more accurate data becomes available after the system takes shape.