Arnab Update: Schools to remain closed in four districts

Puri district administration has also ordered closure of all schools and Anganwadi centres on October 27 and 28. The order will be applicable to all government, private and aided schools across the district

Arnab Update: Schools to remain closed in four districts: The Odisha government has ordered the closure of schools and anganwadi centres in 5 districts in view of the impending Cyclone Arnab. The precautionary closure comes as the cyclone is intensifying over the Bay of Bengal.

All schools and Anganwadi centres in Nabarangpur and Rayagada will remain closed on October 27 and 28.

In Koraput and Ganjam, schools and Anganwadi centres will remain closed from October 27 to 29.

Puri district administration has also ordered closure of all schools and Anganwadi centres on October 27 and 28. The order will be applicable to all government, private and aided schools across the district.

The decision has been taken to ensure the safety of students in view of heavy rainfall and gusty winds forecast under the influence of the cyclonic system.

Collectors of the respective districts have issued orders in this regard. However, teachers and other staff have been directed to remain present at their headquarters to assist in emergency management.

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