Cyclone Tauktae is expected to weaken into depression after leaving a trail of destruction behind, the Indian Meteorological office said on Wednesday. Later in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat and Diu to review the situation and damage due to Cyclone Tauktae. According to a report by AFP, at least 33 people lost their lives and more than 90 got missing after cyclone Tauktae battered the west coast. Cyclone Tauktae caused severe damage to property and lives, and the Indian Navy is working to carry out search and rescue operations. On Tuesday, Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray discussed the impact of Cyclone Tauktae with with his Gujarat counterpart Vijay Rupani.

Source: Hindustan Times May 19, 2021 00:56 UTC