Schools in several Indian states might announce holidays for October 29, 2025 . This is due to heavy rain and strong winds from Cyclone Montha . States like Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Karnataka are currently facing bad weather. Official decisions about school closures for October 29, 2025 , will be made by district officials based on local weather. Parents and students must check government websites for the latest news.
Cyclone Montha Brings Heavy Rain
Cyclone Montha has become a severe cyclonic storm. It moved at a speed of 15 kmph in the past six hours. The cyclone is expected to hit Andhra Pradesh with strong winds of up to 100 kmph . Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu are the states most likely to be affected. Maharashtra, Telangana, and Karnataka are also feeling the effects of this cyclone.
School Holiday Updates for October 29, 2025
Here is a quick look at the holiday situation in different states for October 29, 2025 :
| State | Key Alert Areas (October 29, 2025) | Holiday Status for October 29, 2025 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Directly hit by cyclone | Decision pending |
| Odisha | 5 southern districts (Ganjam, Gajapathi, Rayagarha, Koraput, Malkangiri) under Red Alert | Schools closed in some districts on October 28. October 29 decision depends on conditions. |
| Tamil Nadu | 3 districts under Orange Alert | Schools closed in Thiruvallur, Chennai on October 28. District Collectors to decide for October 29. |
| Maharashtra | Gondia, Bhandara, Gadchiroli, Chandrapur under Orange Alert . Other districts under Yellow Alert . | No holidays announced yet. |
| Telangana | Peddapalle, J.Bhupalpally, Mulugu under Orange Alert . Several districts under Yellow Alert . | No holidays announced yet. Schools were open on October 28. |
| Karnataka | Entire state under Yellow Alert | School holiday unlikely. Schools were open on October 28. |
Detailed State-wise Information
Tamil Nadu
- Schools in Thiruvallur and Chennai districts were closed on October 28, 2025 .
- Many districts in Tamil Nadu are getting heavy rain.
- The IMD (India Meteorological Department) has not issued new alerts for Tamil Nadu for October 29, 2025 .
- District Collectors will look at the rain conditions and then decide if schools should be closed on October 29, 2025 .
Maharashtra
- Heavy rainfall is expected in many parts of Maharashtra.
- Gondia , Bhandara , Gadchiroli , and Chandrapur districts are under an Orange Alert . This means severe weather is possible.
- Nagpur , Amravati , Wardha , Yavatmal , Washim , Buldhana , and Akola districts are under a Yellow Alert , meaning moderate to heavy rain.
- No official announcement has been made about school holidays for October 29, 2025 , yet.
Odisha
- The IMD has issued Red , Orange , and Yellow Alerts for Odisha due to Cyclone Montha .
- Ganjam district has seen rough seas, strong winds, and rain.
- Schools were closed on October 28, 2025 , in Malkangiri , Koraput , Rayagada , Ganjam , Gajapati , Kandhamal , Kalahandi , and Nabarangpur districts.
- Southern districts like Ganjam , Gajapathi , Rayagarha , Koraput , and Malkangiri are under a Red Alert for October 29, 2025 . This means heavy to very heavy rain is expected.
- Nabrangapur , Puri , Nayagarha , Bauda , Kandhamal , Balangir , Subarnapur , and Nuaparha have an Orange Alert .
Telangana
- The IMD issued Yellow Alerts for many districts in Telangana.
- Peddapalle , J.Bhupalpally , and Mulugu districts are under an Orange Alert .
- Heavy to very heavy rain is expected in some parts of Telangana on October 29, 2025 .
- Schools were open on October 28, 2025 .
- No school holidays have been announced for October 29, 2025 , as of now.
Karnataka
- Uttar Kannada , Dakshin Kannada , and Udupi districts were under an Orange Alert for October 28, 2025 .
- Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in the state.
- The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for the whole state of Karnataka for October 29, 2025 .
- People might experience heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds.
- Schools were not closed on October 28, 2025 .
- There is less chance of a school holiday on October 29, 2025 , in Karnataka.
How to Stay Updated
Government officials and education departments are working closely with the IMD . They will take necessary steps to keep students safe. Students and parents should check their district's official government websites or local news for the latest updates on school holidays. Do not rely on unconfirmed messages.
