Bhubaneswar: In view of heavy rainfall and strong winds under the influence of Cyclone Arnab, schools and colleges have been declared closed in several Odisha districts today.
In Nayagada, the holiday has been extended again. Nayagada District Collector Madhumita Rath has announced that all schools and colleges in the district will remain closed for the day. Heavy rain and wind continue to lash the district due to the cyclone.
All government and private schools and Anganwadi centres in Subarnapur district have been declared closed for the day due to continuous rainfall under the influence of cyclone Arnab. The closure was announced by District Education Officer Ghanshyam Meher on the instructions of the District Collector.
Apprehending heavy to very heavy rainfall under the influence of Cyclone Arnab, the Kalahandi district administration has declared all schools and Anganwadi centres closed today. All government, aided and private schools including Adarsha Vidyalayas, Kendriya Vidyalayas and Eklavya schools will remain closed.
The decision has been taken keeping in view the safety of students. The holiday is only for students, teachers and staff will attend as usual. Besides, schools and Anganwadi centres will remain closed today in Boudh district as well.
