Jharkhand schools closed today, tomorrow due to cyclone Arnab; check district list
The Jharkhand government has announced that schools will be closed until October 29 due to the impact of cyclone Arnab, which caused heavy rainfall in several districts. Cyclone Arnab made landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast around 1:20 am on Wednesday, with sustained wind speeds of 125-135 kmph and gusts up to 150 kmph. Intermittent rainfall has been occurring in many districts of Jharkhand since Tuesday night due to the cyclone's impact.
In Ranchi district, academic activities for Classes KG to 12 will be suspended on October 28 and 29. District administrations in Ranchi, West Singhbhum, East Singhbhum, and Simdega have ordered school closures for Wednesday and Thursday.
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