Students should verify school closures for August 24, 2026 . No nationwide school holiday has been announced due to anticipated rainfall. State governments, district administrations, and individual schools decide closures based on local conditions. These conditions include flooding, waterlogging, landslides, and unsafe travel.
State-Specific Rain Alerts and School Updates
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts active southwest monsoon conditions. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in several states. Students and parents must check local authorities for holiday announcements.
Odisha
Odisha faces a threat of heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas. The IMD forecasts this for Sundargarh and Sambalpur districts. A yellow warning is in effect for Jharsuguda, Kendujhar, Mayurbhanj, Subarnapur, and Balangir. Other districts may experience light to moderate rain or thunderstorms.
Odisha Districts Under Rain Warning (August 24):
| District | Alert Level |
| Sundargarh | Orange |
| Sambalpur | Orange |
| Jharsuguda | Yellow |
| Kendujhar | Yellow |
| Mayurbhanj | Yellow |
| Subarnapur | Yellow |
| Balangir | Yellow |
West Bengal
West Bengal is under a monsoon watch with potential heavy rainfall. No statewide school holiday for August 24 is confirmed. Earlier this month, heavy rain caused waterlogging in Kolkata and nearby regions.
Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand anticipates heavy rainfall, particularly in hilly areas. This raises concerns about landslides and road blockages. The IMD includes the state in its heavy rain forecast.
Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh reports ongoing weather disruptions. At least 98 roads are currently blocked due to rainfall. No confirmed school holiday for August 24 is announced.
Bihar and Jharkhand
The IMD forecasts heavy rainfall in isolated pockets of Bihar and Jharkhand on August 24. Both states have experienced intense monsoon activity this month.
Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh
These states are also included in the IMD's heavy rain forecast for August 24. Previously, some districts in these states declared school holidays during heavy rain spells.
Northeast India
Heavy rainfall is forecast for several northeastern states. This includes Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura.
Southern India
Parts of southern India are expected to receive heavy rain. This includes Kerala, coastal Karnataka, south interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal. Kerala has Onam holidays scheduled from August 25 to August 28. Telangana anticipates heavy rain. Andhra Pradesh expects thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.
Maharashtra and Gujarat
Monsoon activity is being monitored in parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat. The current forecast does not indicate statewide school closures.
Students and parents should consult local district administration advisories and school communications before traveling on August 24.
