Cyclone Arnab: Schools, Colleges and Anganwadi Centres Shut in Nine Odisha Districts

27 Oct 2026, 12:55 by Abhilasha · KalingaTV

Bhubaneswar: In view of the potential impact of Cyclone ‘Arnab’, educational institutions have been closed in nine districts of Odisha as a precautionary measure.

The district administrations have announced holidays for schools, colleges and Anganwadi centres for varying periods, depending on the anticipated weather conditions.

In Nabarangpur and Rayagada districts, all educational institutions, including schools and Anganwadi centres, will remain closed today and tomorrow. In Cuttack district, educational institutions will remain closed tomorrow.

Similarly, the administrations of Koraput, Gajapati and Ganjam districts have declared a three-day holiday for all schools, colleges and Anganwadi centres from today until October 29.

In Puri district, all government and private schools and colleges will remain closed for two days, today and tomorrow. The Nayagarh district administration has also announced a two-day school holiday as a precautionary measure.

Meanwhile, all educational institutions in Khordha district will remain closed from 1 pm today until tomorrow.

Concerns are growing across southern Odisha over the cyclone’s projected movement and possible impact. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, particularly in coastal areas and districts in southern Odisha, where adverse weather conditions may affect normal life.

The officials are keeping a close watch on the cyclone’s expected trajectory, the possible location of landfall and the intensity of its impact. District administrations have stated that further measures will be taken based on the evolving situation.

People have been advised to follow official government instructions and weather alerts issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Residents, particularly those in vulnerable areas, are urged to remain alert and take necessary precautions as authorities continue to assess the potential risks.

Cyclone Arnab: Schools, Colleges and Anganwadi Centres Shut in Nine Odisha Districts

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