1964 Rameswaram cyclone

The 1964 Rameswaram cyclone was a significant tropical cyclone that impacted the Indian subcontinent in mid-November 1964. Originating in the Bay of Bengal, the system developed into a severe cyclonic storm by November 17, causing widespread devastation across Tamil Nadu, particularly the Rameswaram region. The cyclone brought intense rainfall and strong winds, leading to severe flooding and property damage. Official reports indicated that at least 300 people lost their lives due to the storm, with thousands displaced from their homes. The cyclone highlighted vulnerabilities in disaster preparedness and response in coastal regions of India, prompting subsequent improvements in meteorological forecasting and emergency management strategies in the region.