India | NewsNationOnline | Updated October 28, 2026. Cyclone Arnab has disrupted normal life along India’s eastern coast, with school closures announced in parts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. Closure dates vary by district, and families should check the latest notice from their district administration and school rather than assuming a statewide or nationwide holiday.
Andhra Pradesh: district orders differ
Reports published October 27 identified precautionary school closures in districts including Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Dr B. R. Ambedkar Konaseema and Anakapalli. Reported dates included October 27–28 for several districts and October 27–29 for Anakapalli. Parents should verify the latest local order, particularly if the cyclone has caused power or transport disruptions.
Odisha: schools and Anganwadi centres affected
Educational institutions were also closed in vulnerable districts of southern Odisha, including Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri and Nabarangpur. The exact closure period and the types of institutions covered can differ by district. Further local orders may supersede earlier reports.
Why closures were announced
Heavy rainfall, strong winds, flooding and fallen trees can make travel unsafe. Some school buildings may also be used as temporary shelters or for emergency operations. Closure decisions are preventive measures, not proof that every locality has suffered the same damage.
What parents should check before travelling
- Latest district collector or education-department notice.
- Direct messages from the school or college.
- Any changes to examinations or transport services.
- Current India Meteorological Department warnings.
- Local evacuation and emergency instructions.
Safety during heavy rain and flooding
Do not cross flooded roads or approach fallen power lines. Keep essential medicines, documents and phone chargers ready if local authorities advise evacuation. Follow instructions from emergency services and use verified official channels for updates.
Reporting references: India Today district-wise school closure report, October 27; IMD. This is a dated news update, not a live school-closure register.
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