Puducherry Schools Close as Heavy Rains Loom

In response to forecasts of heavy rains, the Puducherry government announced the closure of all educational institutions in Puducherry and Karaikal. The state is preparing for the downpour with relief efforts, emergency teams, and coordination under Lt Governor K Kailashnathan's guidance.

All schools and colleges in the Puducherry and Karaikal regions are set to remain closed on Wednesday, as heavy rains have been forecasted by the weather department. This decision extends to privately managed institutions and government-aided schools, according to Home Minister A Namassivayam.

The education shutdown follows a similar closure on Tuesday due to the adverse weather conditions. Meanwhile, Lt Governor K Kailashnathan took stock of governmental precautions against the rains, receiving updates from the Department of Revenue and Disaster Management about ongoing relief and rehabilitation measures.

Collector A Kulothungan confirmed the establishment of control rooms and relief camps in response to the weather threat. Additionally, the readiness of 62 National Disaster Relief Force teams, which recently arrived from Arokonam, was reported. These preparations aim to address any emergency that might arise during the upcoming heavy rains.

(With inputs from agencies.)