Schools in Chennai will be closed on Wednesday, October 22, due to heavy rainfall affecting the area, announced on Tuesday.
Chennai District Collector Rashmi Siddharth Jagade declared the holiday as a “precautionary” measure for student safety, reported IANS.
This decision prolongs Diwali holidays for students and staff, as schools were scheduled to resume after the festival break on Wednesday.
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The heavy rains, triggered by a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal, have led to waterlogged streets in Chennai, complicating city commutes.
Other areas in Tamil Nadu are also expected to experience heavy rains due to the same weather system. According to Indian media, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has reviewed infrastructure projects aimed at improving water drainage in Chennai and nearby regions.
