In a preemptive move to ensure student safety, educational institutions across numerous districts in Tamil Nadu and the union territory of Puducherry have been ordered to remain closed today due to forecasts of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.
The decision, announced by district administrations on Sunday, impacts schools in key regions including Kallakurichi, Ramanathapuram, Virudhunagar, and Thanjavur, among others. The widespread closure underscores the severity of the weather alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Key Districts Affected by the Holiday
The list of districts where schools are declared closed is extensive, reflecting the broad scope of the predicted weather activity. The holiday has been officially declared in the following districts:
- Kallakurichi
- Ramanathapuram
- Virudhunagar
- Thanjavur
- Tiruchirapalli
- Pudukottai
- Nagapattinam
- Mayiladuthurai
- Tiruvarur
- Ariyalur
- Karur
In a related development, Puducherry Home Minister A. Namassivayam also announced a school holiday for the union territory, including the Karaikal region, citing similar weather concerns.
The India Meteorological Department's forecast served as the basis for these administrative decisions. According to a recent update on their official social media channel (X), the following weather patterns are expected:
Moderate Rainfall with Thunderstorms: Isolated places in Ariyalur, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, Thiruvarur, and Tirunelveli districts, as well as Puducherry and Karaikal, are likely to experience moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning.
Light to Moderate Rainfall: Isolated areas in a wider range of districts, including Coimbatore, Kanyakumari, Madurai, Salem, Tiruchirapalli, and several others, can expect light to moderate rain with thunderstorms.
Authorities have urged residents, especially those in low-lying areas, to exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay updated with official weather bulletins.
Parents and students are advised to monitor official communications from their respective district administrations for updates on the resumption of classes, which will depend on an improvement in weather conditions.
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