IN PICS: Damage by cyclone Ockhi in Lakshadweep and Kerala

New Delhi: Media reports from Lakshadweep states that strong winds with the speed of 130 kmph lashed in many parts. (Image: Twitter @ANI)

Several houses suffered damage, coconut trees got uprooted and communication lines were disrupted. (Image: Twitter @ANI)

Tourists in Kochi have been told to stay away from popular beaches. (Image: Twitter @ANI)

The name ‘Ockhi’ is given by Bangladesh. Ockhi is now expected to travel north towards Mumbai and Gujarat in the next 48 hours. (Image: Twitter @ANI)

A rescue operation was jointly launched by the Indian Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard after cyclone hit the southern districts of Kerala. Around 102 Kerala fishermen are yet to return home. (Image: Twitter @ANI)