Archive · 22 Sep 2026
Heavy Rains Prompt School Holiday in Srikakulam District
Heavy rain is affecting Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh.
Because of the rain, schools and Anganwadi centres will remain closed.
The district Collector announced the holiday.
Education officers can make additional decisions depending on conditions in their areas.
Officials said the rain could become heavier after noon.
The minister asked government departments to stay alert.
People living in low-lying areas may be moved to safer places.
Residents were told not to shelter under trees, unsafe buildings, or hoardings.
A control room was opened so people can get updates and help.
Srikakulam District Collector Swapnil Dinkar Pundkar declared a holiday for schools and Anganwadi centres.
Mandal Education Officers were instructed to make decisions based on local conditions.
Rainy, overcast weather prevailed across the district, with heavier rainfall expected after noon.
Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu directed officials to remain vigilant and relocate residents from low-lying areas.
A control room was established at the Collectorate, with residents advised to call 08942 240557 for information.
- Who
- Srikakulam District Collector Swapnil Dinkar Pundkar, Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu, and district officials.
- What
- A holiday was declared for schools and Anganwadi centres, while officials prepared for heavy rainfall and possible emergencies.
- When
- The holiday was announced amid ongoing rains, with rainfall expected to intensify after noon.
- Where
- Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- The measures were taken because of widespread and potentially increasing heavy rainfall and storm conditions.
- Affected area
- Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh
- School status
- Holiday declared for schools
- Anganwadi status
- Holiday declared for Anganwadi centres
- Local decision-making
- Mandal Education Officers may act according to local conditions
- Expected weather
- Rainfall intensity was expected to increase after noon
- Safety measures
- Residents in low-lying areas were ordered to be relocated to safe places
- Control room
- Collectorate control room contact: 08942 240557
