Schools Closed Due to Heavy Rain: Latest District-wise Updates for Odisha and Andhra Pradesh

Heavy rain from a Bay of Bengal deep depression has shut schools across several districts in Odisha and Andhra Pradesh through September 25. As of September 24, 11 AM IST, multiple district orders remain in force, aligned with India Meteorological Department red and orange alerts and coastal bulletins. Parents should verify local notices before travel and track reopening confirmations.

The closures primarily cover students to reduce travel risk during intense showers and strong winds. Several administrations have kept teachers on roster duty to maintain campus readiness for relief use. With bands of rain persisting, decisions may vary by block; follow district updates rather than state-wide assumptions.

District-wise school closure list (Odisha/Andhra) as of Sep 24, 11 AM IST

Confirmed orders and credible district briefings indicate three-day and two-day shutdowns across pockets. Odisha’s Malkangiri is shut till September 25; Koraput, Khordha and Balangir through September 24; several coastal and southern districts have closures today. In Andhra, five north coastal districts closed on September 23, with extensions into September 24 noted locally. Check fresh district notices below.

IMD red/orange alerts and rain timeline

IMD warned of extremely heavy rain in southern Odisha on September 24–25, with very heavy rain likely on September 25–26 as the system crossed the North Andhra–South Odisha coast. Coastal bulletins flagged rough seas and strong winds through Thursday morning; inland showers could linger into Friday. Plan commutes and exams accordingly.

Staff roster, Anganwadi status, and exam guidance

Several orders clarify that holidays apply to students, while heads and teachers remain on roster for emergency readiness. Anganwadi centres are closed wherever schools are shut. If an exam was pre-scheduled, follow your school’s directive; for example, Malkangiri’s NRTS test on September 22 ran as planned despite later closures.

Where to check fresh orders and reopening watch for Sep 26

For new additions or early reopening, check district collector portals and handles, IMD district-wise warnings, and disaster control rooms. Useful contacts: APSDMA 1070/112 and 1800-425-0101; Odisha State Emergency Operation Centre 1070; also monitor Vizianagaram and Visakhapatnam district sites. Administrations will review on September 25 evening as forecasts evolve.