Schools and colleges in Jharkhand, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh are closed on October 28 and 29 due to Cyclone Arnab and bad weather conditions. Authorities have taken these steps to protect students and staff from the cyclone's impact, including heavy rainfall and strong winds.
- Jharkhand's Ranchi and West Singhbhum districts have ordered school closures on October 28 and 29.
- All government, government-aided, and private schools from Kindergarten to Class 12 in Ranchi district are closed.
- The India Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in several Jharkhand districts starting 8:30 am on October 28.
- Odisha closed schools, colleges, and anganwadi centers in six southern districts on October 28 and 29.
- Schools in parts of Andhra Pradesh, including Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli, are closed until October 28 or 29.
Why Are Schools Closed in Jharkhand Due to Cyclone Arnab?
The Ranchi and West Singhbhum district administrations in Jharkhand have ordered the closure of schools on October 28 and 29. This decision is a precautionary measure in response to Cyclone Arnab, which is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in several districts, including Ranchi, Khunti, Simdega, Gumla, Lohardaga, Saraikela-Kharsawan, East Singhbhum, and West Singhbhum. The alert is effective for 24 hours starting from 8:30 am on October 28. Closing schools helps ensure the safety of students and staff during these hazardous weather conditions.
Which Educational Institutions Are Affected in Odisha?
In Odisha, schools, colleges, and anganwadi centers in six southern districts—Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Malkangiri, Koraput, and Nabarangpur—are closed on October 28 and 29. The closures are due to the expected impact of Cyclone Arnab in these areas. These measures aim to protect children and educational staff from the cyclone's dangers.
What Is the Situation in Andhra Pradesh?
Several schools in Andhra Pradesh have also been closed as a precaution against Cyclone Arnab. Schools in Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, and Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema are closed until October 28. In Anakapalli, schools will remain closed until October 29. These closures help reduce risks to students and staff from severe weather conditions caused by the cyclone.
What Weather Alerts Have Been Issued?
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in multiple districts of Jharkhand, effective for 24 hours from the morning of October 28. This alert indicates the possibility of heavy rain that could disrupt normal activities and pose safety risks. The alert supports the decision to close schools and other educational institutions in affected areas.
How Do These Closures Affect Students?
Students in the affected states will have their academic activities paused on October 28 and 29. This temporary closure prioritizes their safety during the cyclone. Parents and guardians are advised to keep children indoors and follow local safety guidelines until the weather improves and schools reopen.
These closures reflect the proactive steps taken by state and district authorities to safeguard students and educational staff from the dangers posed by Cyclone Arnab. Monitoring of weather conditions will continue, and schools will reopen once it is safe to do so.
