Schools closed in 5 districts of Odisha in view of the heavy rain. The schools have been ordered to remain closed in 5 districts on September 26 (Saturday).
This decision was taken in view of the heavy rain warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The District Collectors of Cuttack, Bhadrak, Nuapada, Malkangiri and Nabarangpur districts have announced that schools will remain closed for tomorrow.
As per the instructions of the District Education Officer (DEO), in view of the weather warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and in view of the safety and welfare of the students, it has been ordered that all government, government-aided and private schools (from primary to higher secondary level) under the 5 districts will remain closed tomorrow that is on September 26, 2026 (Saturday).
The decision to keep the schools closed has been taken in view of the continuous heavy to very heavy rains in the district since yesterday and the safety of the students.
However all the Principals and teachers have been directed to ensure the safety of the students and have been asked to inform the concerned BEO through CRCC about the damage caused due to the heavy rains.
