Schools in parts of south Odisha and Andhra Pradesh are closed this week as Cyclone Arnab approaches the coast. Here is the latest district-wise school holiday list as reported on 27 October 2026.
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Odisha: District-wise School Closures
| District | Dates | What is closed |
|---|---|---|
| Ganjam | 28-29 October | Schools, colleges, Anganwadi |
| Gajapati | 28-29 October | Schools, colleges, Anganwadi |
| Rayagada | 28-29 October | Schools, colleges, Anganwadi |
| Koraput | 27-29 October | Schools and Anganwadi; colleges 28-29 October |
| Malkangiri | 28-29 October | Schools, colleges, Anganwadi |
| Nabarangpur | 27-28 October | Schools and Anganwadi |
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Andhra Pradesh
The Alluri Sitarama Raju district Collector has declared local holidays for day-scholar schools, colleges and Anganwadi centres on 27 and 28 October. The holidays do not apply to residential schools and hostels, where officials have been told to take safety precautions. Other districts may issue their own orders.
What Parents Should Do
- Follow only official district collector and school notices.
- Keep children indoors during heavy rain and strong winds.
- Ask schools whether exams are rescheduled and how updates will be shared.
- Hostel students should stay on campus and follow warden instructions.
- Keep phones charged and essentials ready.
Earlier update: Cyclone Arnab: Odisha schools closed 28-29 October.
Sources: Careerindia (27 October 2026); The Hans India (27 October 2026). Check IMD and district administration updates for the latest information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Odisha districts closed schools for Cyclone Arnab?
Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri on 28-29 October 2026, with Koraput closed from 27 October and Nabarangpur on 27-28 October.
Were schools closed in Andhra Pradesh?
Alluri Sitarama Raju district closed day-scholar schools and colleges on 27 and 28 October 2026.
