Cyclone Montha made landfall in Andhra Pradesh on October 28-29, 2025 , causing heavy rain and strong winds. Many schools in affected regions closed on October 29 . Students in several states may see school holidays on October 30, 2025 , as local governments assess weather conditions.
The cyclone crossed the coasts of Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam. It brought winds up to 110 kmph and intense rainfall. This caused trees and electric poles to fall, leading to power cuts in many areas. The cyclone has since weakened and is now moving towards the northwest.
Here is a quick look at the school holiday status for different states on October 30, 2025 :
| State/Region | IMD Alert (Oct 30, 2025) | School Holiday Status (Oct 30, 2025) |
| Odisha (Gajapati) | Not specified for Oct 30 | Schools, colleges, anganwadi centres closed |
| Andhra Pradesh | Red, Orange, Yellow | Likely in Red alert zones |
| Telangana | Orange, Yellow | Low chance |
| Tamil Nadu | No alert | No official announcement, not likely |
| Maharashtra | Yellow | Not likely, schools open |
| Karnataka | Yellow | No official announcement |
Detailed Updates for October 30, 2025
Andhra Pradesh School Holiday
The India Meteorological Department ( IMD ) has issued Red, Orange, and Yellow alerts for Andhra Pradesh. A Red alert is active for many coastal areas including Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Konaseema, East Godavari, West Godavari, and Krishna districts. People in these areas may experience heavy to very heavy rainfall, strong surface winds, and thunderstorms. Schools in these Red alert zones are likely to have a holiday on October 30, 2025 .
Telangana School Holiday
Telangana also felt the effects of Cyclone Montha, with moderate rains in many parts. The IMD has issued Orange and Yellow alerts for most of Telangana for October 30, 2025 . Northern regions may see heavy rainfall, along with thunderstorms and lightning. However, chances for a school holiday in Telangana on October 30, 2025 , are low.
Tamil Nadu School Holiday
The IMD has not issued any specific alert for Tamil Nadu for October 30, 2025 . North Tamil Nadu experienced heavy rainfall. Thiruvallur district had an Orange alert on October 29, 2025 . As of now, there is no official announcement about school closures due to rain for October 30, 2025 , in Tamil Nadu.
Maharashtra School Holiday
Rain is expected in some parts of Maharashtra. The IMD has issued a Yellow alert for most of the state. Thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds may affect regions like Sindhudurg, Pune, Satara, Thane, Palghar, Aurangabad, Ahmednagar, Dhule, Jalgaon, Beed, Yavatmal, Nanded, and Latur. Schools are operating normally. There is no possibility of a school holiday on October 30, 2025 , due to rain in Maharashtra.
Karnataka School Holiday
The IMD has issued Yellow alerts for the northern regions of Karnataka. Areas like Bidar, Yadagir, Gulbarg, Raichur, Bijapur, Bagalkot, Gadag, Dharwad, Haveri, and Belgaum may experience thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds. No official announcements about school holidays have been made for October 30, 2025 , in Karnataka.
Parents and students should check official government websites and local school announcements regularly for the latest and most accurate information about school holidays. Government and school authorities are taking all necessary steps to ensure student safety during this period.
