Cyclone Midhili made landfall on the eastern coast of India near Gopalpur, Odisha, but weakened rapidly into a deep depression, causing minimal structural damage. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) stated that wind speeds fell from 120 km/h to 60 km/h within hours, sparing major cities like Bhubaneswar and Visakhapatnam from severe impact. State governments had evacuated over 50,000 residents from low-lying areas as a precaution. Relief teams were deployed in advance, and power supply was restored quickly in affected zones. The cyclone did cause heavy rains that flooded farmlands, but no fatalities were reported. Experts attribute the low damage to improved forecasting models and better inter-state coordination. The IMD used satellite imagery and Doppler radars to provide timely alerts, helping local authorities mobilize resources. Climate scientists noted that such sudden weakening events are becoming more common due to atmospheric fluctuations. The incident demonstrates India’s improved disaster preparedness and responsive infrastructure.