Schools in Bangalore, along with certain regions in West Bengal and Odisha, have been closed as a safety measure in response to heavy rainfall and an approaching cyclone. Authorities in these areas have taken precautionary steps to protect students and staff.
West Bengal Schools Shut from October 23-26
West Bengal’s Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, announced that schools across nine districts will remain closed from October 23 to 26 due to an impending cyclone.
The affected districts include North and South 24 Parganas, Purba and Paschim Medinipur, Jhargram, Bankura, Howrah, Hooghly, and Kolkata. The decision is part of the state’s preparedness to ensure safety during the cyclone, with official notifications sent to all schools.
Odisha Orders School Closures in 14 Districts
In Odisha, Special Relief Commissioner DK Singh ordered schools to close in 14 districts from October 23 to 25 as a preventive measure against the cyclone’s potential impact. The School and Mass Education Department is overseeing the implementation of this directive to ensure the safety of children.
Bangalore Schools Closed Due to Heavy Rain
In Bangalore, heavy rainfall has led to the closure of schools for a day on October 23. The Urban Deputy Commissioner, Jagadish G, made the announcement on social media, later issuing an official circular. The rainfall has caused significant waterlogging in various parts of the city, prompting swift action by local authorities to avoid any risks to students.
These school closures underscore the importance of precautionary measures during extreme weather events to ensure the safety of students and school staff.