Will There Be School Tomorrow in Chennai?
Schools and colleges across several Tamil Nadu districts, including Chennai, remain under watch amid heavy rain alerts. On Wednesday, October 22, educational institutions were closed in Chennai, Cuddalore, Villupuram, Ranipet and Thoothukudi due to intense rainfall and a red alert issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).
While there has been no official government notification yet for Thursday, October 23, authorities are likely to extend holidays in rain-affected regions if the adverse weather conditions persist.
Chennai Weather Forecast and Rain Alerts
According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai and its surrounding districts — Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, and Ranipet — are expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall on October 23. The IMD has issued an orange alert for these regions, indicating a potential rainfall of 11 to 20 cm in 24 hours.
In contrast, a red alert remains active for Villupuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, Pudukottai, and Ramanathapuram, where extremely heavy rainfall exceeding 20 cm is anticipated.
Districts Likely to See School Closures
Educational institutions in Chennai, Cuddalore, Villupuram, Ranipet, and Thoothukudi were already closed on Wednesday, and these areas may continue the closure on Thursday if heavy rainfall continues overnight. Nearby union territories like Puducherry and Karaikal also witnessed closures, though no official word has been released for October 23.
What Parents Should Know
Parents in Chennai and nearby districts should stay updated through official district collector announcements and local media bulletins. If rainfall persists through Wednesday night, the Tamil Nadu government may soon declare a holiday extension for schools and colleges on Thursday, October 23.
For now, the situation remains cautious, with the likelihood of continued closures depending on overnight weather developments and IMD advisories.
Disclaimer:
This information is for illustrative guidance only. There is no official announcement yet confirming a holiday for schools or colleges in Chennai for Thursday, October 23. Final decisions rest with the local district collector and education authorities. Please verify any school-closure status via official district or school communications, local news bulletins, or government notifications.
