Schools and colleges in parts of Tamil Nadu and Odisha may have a holiday on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 . This is because heavy rain is expected in these states. Official announcements from both state governments are awaited.
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has issued an orange alert for heavy rain in several districts of Tamil Nadu. This alert is for October 22, 2025 . The India Meteorological Department (IMD) also forecasts a low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal, which will bring rain to Odisha.
Rain Alert for Tamil Nadu
A low-pressure system is expected to form over the southeast Bay of Bengal between October 21 and 24, 2025 . This system will bring significant rainfall to Tamil Nadu. The RMC Chennai has put many districts under an orange alert .
For Wednesday, October 22, 2025 , the following districts are under orange alert for heavy to very heavy rain:
| District | Rain Alert for Oct 22, 2025 |
| Tiruvallur | Orange Alert |
| Kanchipuram | Orange Alert |
| Ranipet | Orange Alert |
| Chengalpattu | Orange Alert |
| Villupuram | Orange Alert |
| Chennai | Orange Alert |
In Chennai , the sky will remain mostly cloudy. Moderate to heavy rain and possible thunderstorms are expected in many areas. Officials have advised people to stay indoors for safety.
Currently, Tamil Nadu is already receiving heavy rainfall. Tuticorin was one of the most affected cities, receiving over 8 cm of rain overnight on October 21, 2025 . This caused waterways to block and led to flood-like conditions.
Other districts like Nilgiris , Erode , Theni , Virudhunagar , and Tirunelveli also saw heavy rain as the northeast monsoon became stronger across the state.
Additionally, other coastal districts along with Puducherry and Karaikal are also under an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rain. These include:
- Ramanathapuram
- Thanjavur
- Nagapattinam
- Mayiladuthurai
- Cuddalore
Coastal Tamil Nadu , Puducherry , and Karaikal are likely to see more rain over the next four days.
Rain Alert for Odisha
The IMD announced on Monday, October 20, 2025 , that a low-pressure area is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal within the next 24 hours . This system could bring light to moderate rain to parts of Odisha over the next three days.
The IMD also stated that this system might become stronger, turning into a depression over the central Bay of Bengal within the next 48 hours . This means continuous rainfall is possible between October 22 and 26, 2025 .
The regional weather office in Bhubaneswar has forecast light to moderate rain with thunderstorms and strong winds for both coastal and inland areas of Odisha . The following districts are expected to have significant rain activity over the next two days:
| District | Rain Forecast (Oct 22-23, 2025) |
| Puri | Significant Rainfall |
| Khordha | Significant Rainfall |
| Nayagarh | Significant Rainfall |
| Ganjam | Significant Rainfall |
| Gajapati | Significant Rainfall |
| Kalahandi | Significant Rainfall |
| Rayagada | Significant Rainfall |
Wind speeds could reach 30-40 kmph , and lightning strikes may occur in some areas. The IMD has made it clear that there is no immediate threat of a cyclone for Odisha .
What Students Should Do
Students and parents in affected districts of Tamil Nadu and Odisha should keep an eye on official news channels. Listen for announcements from state governments and local authorities regarding school and college holidays for October 22, 2025 . Stay safe indoors if heavy rain is happening in your area.
