In view of Cyclone Dana along the coast of Odisha and West Bengal, the Indian Navy is preparing to conduct humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations. The Ministry of Defence, in a statement, said that as part of this preparation, HADR pallets, including essential clothing, drinking water, food, medicines, and emergency relief materials, have been deployed to key locations in the areas that are likely to be affected. In addition, flood relief and diving teams are being mobilised to assist in coordinated rescue and relief operations if needed.

To support relief efforts from the sea, two ships of the Eastern Fleet are on standby with supplies and rescue and diving teams. The Ministry added that the Indian Navy is continuously monitoring the situation closely and remains on high alert and ready to extend its support to the civil authorities and the people affected by Cyclone Dana.