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IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alerts; Schools Closed Tomorrow Amid Uncertainty
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 05 Aug 2026, 11:49 AM
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The India Meteorological Department has issued heavy rainfall alerts across several regions, prompting a school holiday on August 5. Authorities are assessing whether schools will remain closed amid the forecasted downpours.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy rainfall alerts for severe weather conditions across parts of the country. As a precaution, schools were closed on August 5 to safeguard students and staff. Education officials are closely monitoring the weather updates and will decide if schools remain closed for the remainder of the week. Parents and teachers are urged to stay informed through official channels and local authorities for any changes to school schedules.