Hyderabad, Oct. 28: Schools, colleges and Anganwadi centbres in Bhabdradri Kothagudem district will remain closed on Wednesday, October 28, due to the expected impact of Cyclone Arnab.
District Collector Ankit announced the one-day holiday on Tuesday night as a precautionary measure. The decision follows weather warnings forecasting heavy rainfall and adverse conditions in parts of Telangana.
The district administration said the closure was intended to protect students and educational staff from risks associated with heavy rain and possible disruption to normal life.
Cyclone Arnab: Heavy Rain Forecast in Telangana
The India Meteorological Department has warned of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in parts of Telangana as Cyclone Arnab approaches the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Mulugu and Mahabubabad are among the districts facing heightened rainfall risks. Heavy rain is also forecast in areas including Suryapet, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Warangal and Hanumakonda.
The cyclone is expected to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast near the Bapatla–Visakhapatnam stretch, close to Yanam, on Wednesday morning. The exact local impact will depend on the system’s movement and intensity.
Residents in vulnerable areas have been advised to follow official weather bulletins and local administration instructions. Parents and students should also check for any further school or college notices issued by their respective districts.
As of the latest available reports, the confirmed holiday announcement cited here applies to Bhadradri Kothagudem district. It should not be treated as a statewide closure order.
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