School holiday (October 30): Are schools closed in Andhra, Odisha, Jharkhand and other regions due to Cyclone Arnab? Which UP districts have announced school holiday PET 2026? Check state-wise advisory

School schedules across several parts of India could be disrupted by rain, thunderstorms and strong winds as the remnants of Cyclone Arnab continue to influence weather conditions.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of eastern and central India, while Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Punjab and Chandigarh may see thunderstorms and isolated hailstorms.

However, there is no nationwide school holiday announcement for Friday, October 30, 2026. Closures will depend on state government decisions, district-level orders and local weather conditions. In Uttar Pradesh, schools in 60 districts are also scheduled to close in connection with the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026.


Parents and students should check official school communications and local administration notices before travelling.

Uttar Pradesh: Schools to remain closed in 60 districts for PET 2026

Schools up to Class 12 in 60 districts of Uttar Pradesh are scheduled to remain closed on October 30 because of the UPSSSC PET 2026 examination. The decision is intended to help manage traffic and crowds as around 35.4 lakh candidates are expected to appear at 1,372 examination centres.

The closure is linked to examination arrangements, rather than the weather. Teaching staff may still be required to report for examination-related duties.

Students in Lucknow, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Noida and other affected cities should check their respective school announcements and district orders for details.

Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Punjab: Will schools remain closed?

Delhi-NCR and neighbouring parts of north India may experience unsettled weather on October 30, with forecasts indicating possible rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds. Isolated hailstorms are also possible in Delhi, Haryana and Chandigarh.

• Delhi: No weather-related school closure for October 30 has been confirmed in the available reports. Parents should check notices from the Directorate of Education and individual schools.
• Haryana: Gurugram, Faridabad and other areas may experience thunderstorms and gusty winds. Students should check for district-level instructions before leaving home.
• Punjab and Chandigarh: Thunderstorms and isolated hailstorms are possible, but no blanket school closure has been confirmed in the available reports.

Unless an official closure order is issued, students should not assume that schools across the region will remain shut.

Bihar: Heavy rainfall warning, but no statewide closure confirmed

Bihar is among the states covered by the IMD's forecast for heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places. The broader rainfall outlook extends through October 31, raising concerns about possible disruption to roads, school transport and access to school buildings.

However, no statewide school holiday for October 30 has been confirmed in the available reports. Parents should monitor announcements from their district administrations, particularly in areas expected to receive intense rainfall.

Jharkhand: Check whether earlier school closures have been extended

Schools in Ranchi, East Singhbhum, West Singhbhum and Simdega were ordered to remain closed on October 28 and 29 amid adverse weather conditions associated with Cyclone Arnab.

The order in Ranchi covered academic activities for Classes KG to 12 in government, government-aided and private schools. However, the earlier closure does not automatically extend to October 30.

Parents should check for a fresh order from the relevant district administration before assuming that schools will remain shut on Friday.

Odisha: Are schools closed on October 30?

Schools and anganwadi centres in several Odisha districts were closed on October 28 as the state faced heavy rainfall and strong winds linked to the cyclone.

The available reports do not confirm a blanket school holiday across Odisha for October 30. Parents should check announcements from the state government and district administrations for any extension of earlier closures.

Chhattisgarh: Check updates for Raipur and other districts

Schools and colleges in Raipur were reported closed on October 29 as authorities took precautionary measures amid forecasts of heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds.

The earlier announcement does not establish a closure for October 30. Students and parents should look for fresh instructions from their local administration or school management.

Andhra Pradesh: District-level closure orders need to be checked

School closures were reported in West Godavari, Visakhapatnam and Krishna districts on October 29 as authorities responded to the risk of heavy rainfall and strong winds.

As weather conditions change, local administrations may revise their instructions. However, the earlier closures do not confirm a statewide school holiday for October 30. Parents should check district-specific notices before making attendance decisions.