Indian media on October 29 extensively covered Cyclone Montha, which weakened into a cyclonic storm after making landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast. Early reports detailed damage and casualties, with ongoing coverage throughout the morning on its impact and severe weather. Concurrently, the Bihar election campaign remained a significant focus, with Rahul Gandhi criticizing the state government and Amit Shah targeting the RJD-Congress alliance. By midday, PM Modi highlighted the rapid progress of India's maritime sector. In the afternoon, farmers protested in Nagpur, defying a court order, with leader Bachchu Kadu threatening arrest. Separately, India coordinated with Thailand for the repatriation of 500 citizens stranded after fleeing a Myanmar scam hub.
