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Give reasons as to why the delta region of the eastern coast is frequently struck by cyclones.

The delta region of the eastern coast is frequently struck by cyclones as the low pressure conditions over north western India get transferred to the Bay the Bengal by early November. This shift is responsible for the occurrence of cyclonic depressions which originate over the Andaman sea. These then cross the eastern coast causing heavy widespread rain leading to great damage to life and property.


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