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Cyclone Arnab: Khordha Schools Shut Oct 27-28, Govt Staff Leaves Cancelled
✍️ Pragativadi
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 04:35 AM
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The Khordha district administration has ordered the closure of all schools on October 27 and 28 due to Cyclone Arnab. Additionally, leave for government staff has been cancelled until October 31 to ensure administrative continuity.
The Khordha district administration in Odisha has issued a directive regarding the approaching Cyclone Arnab. To prioritize student safety, all schools within the district are ordered to remain closed on October 27 and 28. This precautionary measure aims to prevent any potential hazards associated with the cyclonic weather conditions during these dates.
In a separate administrative order, the district authorities have cancelled all leaves for government staff until October 31. This decision is intended to ensure that essential public services and emergency response mechanisms remain fully operational during the cyclone period. Government employees are expected to report for duty as per their regular schedules to handle any urgent matters arising from the weather event.
The administration has advised residents to stay updated with official weather bulletins and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities. The focus remains on minimizing disruption to public services while ensuring the safety of the population in the Khordha region.
In a separate administrative order, the district authorities have cancelled all leaves for government staff until October 31. This decision is intended to ensure that essential public services and emergency response mechanisms remain fully operational during the cyclone period. Government employees are expected to report for duty as per their regular schedules to handle any urgent matters arising from the weather event.
The administration has advised residents to stay updated with official weather bulletins and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities. The focus remains on minimizing disruption to public services while ensuring the safety of the population in the Khordha region.