Nabarangpur district has declared a rain holiday today, Monday, August 24, for all government‑aided and private schools and Anganwadi centres. The order cites India Meteorological Department alerts and continuous rainfall. It was issued Sunday evening, stating “all Anganwadi centres, government aided and private schools … will remain closed on August 24.”
The Collector’s notice suspends student classes but requires headmasters, teachers and Anganwadi workers to attend workplaces. The text does not specify residential hostels or mid‑day meals, so wardens and ICDS supervisors should guide locally. Parents should confirm through school ERP messages, WhatsApp groups, and official district handles before starting travel.

Closure covers all government, aided and private schools, plus Anganwadi centres across Nabarangpur. Colleges are not mentioned in the order. For context, 89 schools in vulnerable Bhadrak areas are closed, while others function with caution. This shows closures are district‑specific, not statewide, so parents must verify locally.
Check your school ERP or app by 7 am, then scan WhatsApp groups for principal notes. Review the district website or X handle for any addendums. If your child uses a bus or van, call operators to confirm the route, because waterlogging near NH‑26 disrupted stretches between Nabarangpur and Jeypore yesterday.
The India Meteorological Department’s latest bulletins placed Nabarangpur and Kalahandi under high‑risk rain warnings on August 24, with broader orange and yellow watches across Odisha. Families in Koraput and Malkangiri should monitor fresh advisories for August 25 as rivers respond to continued rain. Track official channels for late‑night changes.
| District | Aug 24 status | Aug 25 watch | Verify at |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nabarangpur | Schools, Anganwadis closed | High | District portal, school ERP |
| Kalahandi | Open unless notified | High | District portal, DEO office |
| Koraput | Open unless notified | Moderate | District portal, school ERP |
| Malkangiri | Open unless notified | Moderate | District portal, ICDS |
Use the day to revise pending chapters, organise notes, and finish worksheets shared by teachers. Keep textbooks dry in sealed covers and charge phones for emergency updates. If roads flood near your home, avoid errands and share geotagged issues with school groups only after you are safe.
Today’s closure is a safety pause, not an academic setback. Expect evening updates if rain intensifies. Parents should document attendance instructions for staff, confirm Tuesday’s plan after 8 pm, and avoid rumours. Students can prepare for quick resumption by following school ERP alerts and keeping commute choices flexible for the next 24 hours.