School Holiday October 27: Are schools closed in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Tamil Nadu amid Cyclone Arnab? Check state-wise updates

Schools across most parts of India are expected to function as usual on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. However, a developing weather system over the Bay of Bengal and heavy rainfall alerts in parts of the country have raised concerns about possible disruptions, particularly in coastal and southern states.

There is no nationwide order directing schools to remain closed on October 27. While institutions in areas with normal weather conditions are expected to follow their regular schedules, state governments and district administrations may announce local holidays if heavy rain, strong winds or flooding pose a risk to students.

Parents and students in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Delhi-NCR should check the latest official announcements before heading to school.

Will schools be closed across India on October 27?

No nationwide school holiday has been announced for October 27. Most schools are expected to open as usual, while districts facing cyclone-related risks or heavy rainfall may announce local closures.

Parents should confirm the latest district-level orders and school notifications before making arrangements for Tuesday.

Odisha and Andhra Pradesh: Will schools close amid cyclone concerns?

Coastal areas of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh are being monitored as a developing weather system over the Bay of Bengal could bring heavy rainfall and strong winds around October 28.

In Odisha, schools, colleges and anganwadi centres in Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri have been ordered to remain closed on October 28 and 29, according to the report.

For October 27, students in these districts should check with their schools and local administrations for any separate closure announcements.

In Andhra Pradesh, districts including Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Krishna and Bapatla could experience heavy rain and strong winds. Officials are monitoring the weather, and any decision on school closures will depend on local conditions and safety concerns.

Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry: Rain alerts may affect school schedules

Parts of southern India could also experience heavy rainfall, with Kerala and Mahe under close watch amid the possibility of continued showers and waterlogging.

District administrations may announce school holidays if rainfall intensifies or local conditions become unsafe. However, a weather alert does not automatically mean that all schools in a state will remain closed.

Parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry may also receive heavy rain. Students and parents should monitor announcements from district officials and school administrations, as closure decisions may differ between districts depending on the severity of the weather.

Delhi-NCR: Will schools remain open on October 27?

Schools in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad are expected to operate according to their regular schedules on Tuesday.

According to the information available in the report, no official order has been issued to close schools across Delhi-NCR because of the weather. Rain is also not expected to cause major disruption in the region.

Both government and private schools are expected to remain open unless the authorities or individual institutions issue a fresh notice.

Parents should nevertheless check messages from their children's schools before sending them out, as local instructions may change if conditions deteriorate.

School holiday on October 27: How to check the latest updates

Parents and students should rely on official announcements to confirm whether schools will remain open. A holiday declared in one district does not necessarily apply to other parts of the same state.

Here are the key steps to follow:

• Check messages and notifications from the school or class teacher.
• Visit the official website or social media accounts of the district administration.
• Follow weather warnings issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
• Contact the school transport team if heavy rainfall or waterlogging affects local roads.
• Confirm whether any holiday order specifically applies to the school’s district and date.