Authorities in Odisha have placed the state on high alert as Cyclone Arnab approaches, categorized as a 'very severe' storm. Meteorological forecasts indicate that the cyclone will bring significant weather disruptions, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected to hit a wide range of districts on October 28.

The districts specifically identified for the most severe weather impacts include Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Nabarangpur, Balangir, Puri, Khordha, Nayagarh, Bargarh, and Nuapada. Residents in these areas are being advised to prepare for potential flooding and infrastructure damage associated with the storm's intensity. While the storm is currently classified as a very severe cyclonic system, local disaster management teams are coordinating response efforts to mitigate risks to life and property. As of now, the primary focus remains on the expected precipitation levels and the potential for localized emergencies in the affected inland and coastal regions.