Bhubaneswar: As heavy rain coupled with strong winds continued to lash several parts of Odisha under the influence of Arnab, schools and colleges have been declared closed in multiple Odisha districts on Thursday as a safety measure.
In Nayagada, Collector Madhumita Rath announced that all schools and colleges in the district will remain closed for the day. Heavy rain and wind continue to lash the district due to Arnab, which has now weakened into a deep depression.
Similarly, government and private schools and Anganwadi centres in Subarnapur district have been declared closed for the day due to continuous rainfall under the influence of system. The closure was announced by District Education Officer (DEO) Ghanshyam Meher on the instructions of the District Collector.
Likewise, the Kalahandi district administration has declared all schools and Anganwadi centres closed today. All government, aided and private schools including Adarsha Vidyalayas, Kendriya Vidyalayas and Eklavya schools will remain closed.
Besides, schools and Anganwadi centres will remain closed today in Boudh district as well.
The decision has been taken keeping in view the safety of students. The holiday is only for students, teachers and staff will attend as usual.