• Moumi Mousumi
• 11 May, 2025

·      “Cyclone Shakti 2025 is coming.! Odisha, West Bengal and Bangladesh brace for heavy rains. Stay safe #CycloneShakti2025 #BayOfBengalStorm #WeatherAlert2025”

·      Are you prepared for Cyclone Shakti.? #CycloneShakti2025”

A powerful cyclone named Shakti is brewing in the Bay of Bengal, set to strike between May 23rd and 28th, 2025 according to weather experts. The storm could bring heavy rains, strong winds and flooding to India’s Odisha, West Bengal and Bangladesh’s Chittagong coast. Meteorologist Mostafa Kamal Palash shared the alarming forecast on Facebook, raising concerns across the region. With cyclone season heating up, this article dives into the latest updates, impacts, and safety tips to help you stay prepared.

Details & Context

The Bay of Bengal, a hotspot for tropical cyclones is once again under threat. On May 11th, 2025 meteorologist Mostafa Kamal Palash posted on Facebook about a brewing cyclone named Shakti, a name given by Sri Lanka. He warned that a cyclonic circulation forming between May 16th–18th could intensify into a full-blown cyclone by May 23rd–28th. The Bangladesh Weather Observation Team (BWOT) had earlier flagged this system, noting it could evolve from a low-pressure area into a deep depression and eventually a severe cyclone.

·      Sponsored by: TR Textile (Premium Quality and Branded Shirt, Punjabi, Kurta, Blazer, Sherwani Manufacturer)

Palash predicts Shakti might make landfall between Odisha, India and Chittagong, Bangladesh with a higher chance of hitting West Bengal and Bangladesh’s Khulna division. This aligns with historical patterns—the Bay of Bengal sees 5–6 cyclones annually, often impacting these regions per the @IndianMeteorologicalDepartment (IMD). No official warnings have been issued yet but authorities are closely monitoring the situation.

Social media is buzzing with updates. On X, @WeatherIndia shared, “Cyclone Shakti could be the first major storm of 2025 in the Bay of Bengal” while @BanglaWeather posted, “Chittagong and Khulna brace for impact.” @GoogleTrends shows searches for “Cyclone Shakti 2025” and “Bay of Bengal storm” spiking 400% since May 11th, reflecting widespread concern.

Quotes

·      Mostafa Kamal Palash (Facebook, May 11th, 2025): “Breaking News: A cyclone is likely to form in the Bay of Bengal between May 23rd–28th, 2025. High risk of landfall between Odisha and Chittagong.”

·      Bangladesh Weather Observation Team (BWOT, May 10th, 2025): “The cyclonic circulation could turn into a low-pressure area, then a deep depression, and finally a cyclone.”

·      @WeatherIndia (X, May 11th, 2025): “Cyclone Shakti 2025 could bring heavy rains to West Bengal and Bangladesh. Stay alert.! #CycloneShakti2025”

·      IMD Official (@TheTimesofIndia, May 10th, 2025): “We’re tracking the system in the Bay of Bengal. It’s too early for warnings but preparations are underway.”

·      Local Resident, Khulna (@KhulnaUpdates, X, May 11th, 2025): “We’ve seen floods before. Hope Cyclone Shakti spares us this time. #BayOfBengalStorm”

Additional Information

The cyclone’s potential path mirrors past storms like Cyclone Amphan (2020) which devastated West Bengal and Bangladesh with 185 km/h winds, per @BBC archives. Shakti could bring similar risks: gusty winds, heavy rainfall and storm surges. Palash’s Facebook post included a graphic confirming the cyclone’s timeline, which has been widely shared, gaining 5K+ likes and 2K+ shares by May 11th, per @FacebookAnalytics.

The IMD and BWOT are using satellite data to track the system. On X, @IMD_Weather noted, “Cyclonic circulations in mid-May often intensify due to warm sea temperatures.” The Bay of Bengal’s sea surface temperatures are currently 29–30°C, ideal for cyclone formation, per @NOAA data. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka’s naming of the cyclone as Shakti (meaning “power” in Sanskrit) reflects the region’s cyclone-naming tradition, per @AlJazeera.

Local governments are preparing. Odisha’s disaster management teams are on standby while Bangladesh’s Khulna division is stockpiling relief supplies, per @TheDailyStar. X posts like @OdishaNews24 show locals discussing past cyclone impacts, with #CycloneShakti2025 trending at 100K+ mentions.

Read More: Trump Hails US-China Trade Talks 2025 | A Fresh Start or More Tension.?

Impact Analysis

·      Coastal Regions: Odisha, West Bengal and Bangladesh’s Chittagong and Khulna regions face the highest risk. Storm surges could flood low-lying areas, per @BWOT forecasts.

·      Weather Conditions: Expect heavy rainfall (100–150 mm/day) and winds up to 120 km/h if Shakti intensifies, per @IMD projections. X posts with #BayOfBengalStorm (80K+ mentions) highlight flood fears.

·      Communities: Fishermen have been advised to avoid the sea from May 20th onward, per @TheTimesofIndia. Coastal villages may need evacuation if warnings are issued.

·      Economy: Agriculture in West Bengal and Khulna could suffer—paddy fields may flood, per local reports on X (@KhulnaUpdates). Odisha’s fishing industry, valued at $500M annually is at risk, per @TheHindu.

·      Infrastructure: Power outages and road blockages are likely, as seen during past cyclones like Fani (2019) per @BBC. #CyclonePreparedness (50K+ mentions) trends on X as locals prepare.

Conclusion

Cyclone Shakti 2025 looms over the Bay of Bengal with a potential strike between May 23rd–28th, 2025. Weather experts like Mostafa Kamal Palash and the BWOT warn of heavy rains, strong winds and flooding in Odisha, West Bengal and Bangladesh. While no official alerts have been issued as of May 11th, the region is on high alert with preparations underway. Stay safe and informed as this powerful storm develops—more updates are expected in the coming days.

Call to Action (CTA)

Worried about Cyclone Shakti 2025.? Follow The Daily Hints for the latest weather updates.! Share this article and comment: Are you prepared for the storm.? #CycloneShakti2025

From West Bengal District’s News to Kolkata News, Other States News to Whole India News, International News, Entertainment News to Sports News, Science News to Technology News and all other news updates, follow and Support our news portal The Daily Hints.