Bengaluru Braces for Downpour: Schools Shut and Work from Home Advised

In Bengaluru Urban district, schools and Anganwadi centres closed due to heavy rain forecasts. The city received 23.6 mm of rainfall over the last 24 hours, with more rain expected. The Karnataka government advised IT and private sector employees to work from home for safety.

In response to a heavy rain forecast, all schools and Anganwadi centres in Bengaluru Urban district closed on Wednesday, with the city receiving 23.6 mm of rain over the past 24 hours until 8:30 am. The India Meteorological Department predicts a mix of cloudy skies, moderate rain, and occasional heavy showers.

The Karnataka government has advised information technology, biotechnology, electronics, and private companies to allow employees to work from home due to safety concerns. This decision follows a yellow alert signal, indicating potential heavy rainfall ranging from 6 cm to 11 cm.

An advisory from the Department of IT-BT and Electronics highlighted the emphasis on employee safety amidst the expected adverse weather conditions, encouraging companies to adapt to the work-from-home model for the day.

(With inputs from agencies.)