School Holiday 29 October 2025 due to Cyclone Montha LIVE Updates; List of affected states, school holiday possibilities

09 03 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

Cyclone Montha makes Landfall

Cyclone Montha makes landfall in the Kakinada region of Andhra Pradesh. Heavy rains accompanied by wind continue in major districts of Andhra. 

08 29 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

Is Tamil Nadu School Holiday Announced on 29 October 2025?

Tamil Nadu School Holiday on October 29 is yet to be announced. Heavy rains are occuring in Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kanchipuram districts. Official announcements on holiday awaited. 

07 20 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: IMD Orange Alert Zones Tomorrow

Bhavnagar, Amreli, Mungeli, Kabirdham, Rajnandgaon, Gondia, Durg, Balod, Gadchiroli, Chandrapur, Yavatmal, Adilabad, Nirmal, Mancherial, Peddapalli, Kumuram Bheem, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Warangal, Mulugu, Mahabubabad, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, NTR, Palnadu, Guntur, Prakasam, Nandyal, SPSR Nellore, Tirupati, Eluru, Alluri Sitharama Raju, Sukma, Bijapur, Dantewada, Bastar, Kunkta, Narayanpar, Kanker

07 00 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: IMD Red Alert Zones Tomorrow

Nabarangapur, Kalahandi, Koraput, Rayagarha, Malkangiri, Ganjam, Srikakulam, Viziagram, Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Kakinada, Konaseema, East Godavari, West Godavari, Krishna, Bapatla

06 40 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: IMD Orange Alert Zones Today

Amreli, Rajnandgaon, Kanker, Dhamtari, Gariaband, Narayanpur, Kondagaon, Narayanapur, Bastar, Dantewara, Nabarangapur, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Nayagarh, Khordha, Puri, Mancherial, Jagtial, Peddapally, Karimnagar, Rajanna Sircillia, J. Bhupalpally, Anamkonda, Warangal, Mahabubabad, Suryapet, Nalgonda, Nandyal, Kurnool, Anantapuramu, Srisathyasai, Annamayya, YSR Kadapa, Chittor, Thiruvallur
 

06 20 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: IMD Red Alert Zones Today

Bijapur, Mulugu, B. Kothagudem, Sukma, Malkangiri, Koraput, Rayagarha, Gajapathi, Ganjam, Srikakulam, Parvathirummanyam, Vizianagram, Vishakhapatnam, Alluri Sitaramaraju, Kakinada, East Godavari, West Godavari, Konaseema, NTR, Krishna, Eluru, Palnadu, Bapatla, Prakasam, SPSR Nellore, Tirupathi 

06 00 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario Likely in TN Tomorrow

On October 29, 2025, Tamil Nadu is expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD), with an orange alert issued for Tiruvallur and yellow alerts for Chennai, Kanchipuram, and Ranipet. The northern coastal districts are likely to experience thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds ranging from 40 to 60 km/h as the weakening Cyclone Montha continues to affect the region. Although rainfall intensity will be lower than the previous day, intermittent showers and localized waterlogging are still likely, prompting authorities to advise residents to stay cautious, especially in low-lying and coastal areas.

05 40 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario in TN Today

Tamil Nadu is currently experiencing moderate to heavy rainfall on October 28, 2025, as Cyclone Montha continues to influence weather conditions along the coast. Chennai, Tiruvallur, and Chengalpattu are witnessing continuous downpours with waterlogging in several areas, while the IMD is issuing alerts for thunderstorms and strong winds across northern districts.

05 20 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025 Likely in These Districts of Tamil Nadu

School holiday has not been announced for any district in Tamil Nadu. The official notice is awaited. However, Chennai and Tiruvallur district schools are likely to remain closed if the rain situation does not improve.

05 00 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Tamil Nadu Schools Closed on These Districts Today

• All schools in Chennai
• All schools in Tiruvallur

04 40 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario Likely in Karnataka Tomorrow

Karnataka is expected to receive light to moderate rainfall in most parts, with heavy showers likely in the coastal and Malnad regions as the weakening Cyclone Montha continues to influence the state’s weather. According to IMD, districts such as Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada, Kodagu, and Chikkamagaluru are likely to remain under a yellow alert, while Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Hassan may see isolated spells of rain and cloudy conditions. Wind speeds are forecast to range between 30 and 50 km/h, accompanied by thunder and lightning in some areas. The KSDMA will keep emergency response teams on alert, especially in landslide-prone hilly belts.

04 20 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario in Karnataka Today

Karnataka is witnessing widespread moderate to heavy rainfall under the influence of Cyclone Montha moving along the east coast. IMD places Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada, and Kodagu districts under a yellow alert, forecasting rainfall between 64.5 mm and 115.5 mm within 24 hours. Bengaluru Urban and Rural, Chikkamagaluru, and Hassan districts report intermittent rain with cloudy skies and occasional thunder. The IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds up to 40 km/h, urging local administrations to monitor low-lying and hilly regions for potential flooding or landslides.

04 00 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Karnataka School Holiday Update Today & Tomorrow

All schools in all districts of Karnataka are open on 28 October 2025. The schools are likely to remain open on 29 October 2025 as well, as the weather conditions are likely to improve.

03 40 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario Likely in Kerala Tomorrow

On October 29, 2025, Kerala is likely to experience moderate to heavy rainfall as the outer circulation of Cyclone Montha continues to influence the state’s weather. According to IMD, districts such as Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod, and Wayanad are expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall, prompting an orange alert, while Ernakulam, Idukki, Alappuzha, Thrissur, and Palakkad may remain under a yellow alert. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds of 40–60 km/h are also likely in several regions. KSDMA will maintain emergency readiness, particularly in landslide-prone and low-lying areas, as the sea is forecast to remain rough along the coast. Fishermen will be advised not to venture into the sea, and local authorities may consider temporary school closures or restrictions in severely affected districts depending on rainfall intensity.

03 20 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario in Kerala Today

IMD has issued heavy rainfall warnings for Kerala, with Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod placed under an orange alert, indicating rainfall between 115.6 mm and 204.4 mm in 24 hours. Districts including Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, and Wayanad remain under a yellow alert, where rainfall between 64.5 mm and 115.5 mm is expected. The IMD also warns of thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds, urging authorities to stay alert in low-lying and landslide-prone regions. The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has kept emergency response teams on standby as rough sea conditions continue along the coast.

03 00 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025 Announcement Awaited in These Districts of Kerala

School holiday announcement is awaited for 29 October 2025 in Odisha. However, Thrissur is likely to remain closed tomorrow, with 50% chance for Kozhikode district, Kannur district and Kasaragod district as well.

02 40 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Kerala Schools Closed on This District Today

Only schools in Thrissur district are officially closed today due to heavy rainfall and a weather alert.

02 20 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario Likely in Odisha Tomorrow

Odisha is likely to witness heavy to extremely heavy rainfall as the remnants of Cyclone Montha move inland from the Andhra coast, continuing to impact southern and coastal districts. The IMD has predicted intense downpours in areas such as Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Puri, and Khordha, accompanied by strong winds of 50–70 km/h and possible thunderstorms with lightning. The sea is expected to remain rough, prompting continued restrictions on fishing activities. Localized flooding, waterlogging, and traffic disruptions are anticipated, while schools and colleges in vulnerable districts may remain closed as a precaution. Disaster response teams are likely to stay on high alert to handle any emergencies arising from the persistent rain and wind conditions.

02 00 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario in Odisha Today

Odisha is experiencing widespread moderate to heavy rainfall as Cyclone Montha intensified over the west-central Bay of Bengal, moving closer to the Andhra–Odisha coast. According to IMD, heavy to very heavy rain occurred in southern and coastal districts such as Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, and Puri, accompanied by wind speeds reaching 50–70 km/h. An orange alert has been issued for several regions, with authorities placing disaster response teams on standby and fishermen advised not to venture into the sea due to rough conditions. Low-lying areas reported waterlogging, while schools and government offices in vulnerable districts were directed to remain closed as a precautionary measure.

01 40 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025 Announced in These Districts of Odisha

• Malkangiri
• Koraput
• Ganjam
• Kandhamal
• Gajapati
• Kalahandi
• Nabarangpur
• Rayagada

01 20 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Odisha Schools Closed on These Districts Today

• Malkangiri
• Koraput
• Nabarangpur
• Rayagada
• Gajapati
• Ganjam
• Kandhamal
• Kalahandi

01 00 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario Likely in AP Tomorrow

On October 29, 2025, Andhra Pradesh is likely to witness continued heavy rainfall, particularly in coastal and adjoining districts, as Cyclone Montha moves inland. Moderate to heavy showers with strong winds are expected to persist, potentially causing localized flooding and disruptions.

12 40 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Rain Scenario in AP Today

As of October 28, 2025, Andhra Pradesh is experiencing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall triggered by Cyclone Montha, which is anticipated to make landfall near Kakinada later today. Authorities have issued a red alert across 16 coastal districts in view of the impending severe cyclonic storm.

12 20 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025 Announced in These Districts of Andhra Pradesh

• Kakinada
• NTR
• Bapatla
• Krishna
• West Godavari
• Guntur
• Konaseema
• Eluru
• Viziagram
• Vishakhapatnam
• Anakalli
• YSR Kadapa
• Palnadu

12 00 PM IST - 28 Oct'25

School Holiday 29 October 2025: Andhra Pradesh Schools Closed on These Districts Today

• Kakinada
• West Godavari
• Eluru
• East Godavari
• Annamaya
• Kadapa
• NTR
• Bapatla
• Krishna
• Guntur 
• Konaseema