Odisha Schools Close In Select Districts Due To Heavy Rainfall
· India · Times of India, Indian Express
Schools in parts of Odisha have been closed on August 24, 2026, following heavy rainfall and weather warnings issued by the India Meteorological Department. The Nabarangpur district administration specifically ordered the closure of all government-aided and private schools, along with Anganwadi centres, due to risks from thunderstorms and lightning. Other districts, including Kalahandi, are also facing school closures as flooding concerns persist. While the IMD has forecast heavy rain for several states including Bihar, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh, no nationwide or statewide school holidays have been declared. Local district administrations remain the primary authorities for deciding school closures based on specific road and weather conditions.
Why it matters
Students and parents in affected Odisha districts must monitor local administration notices for school closures, as there is no uniform national policy for weather-related shutdowns.
Read the original report — Times of India
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