Chennai Shut Down as Cyclone Ditwah Triggers Heavy Rain; Schools and Colleges Closed

Chennai, December 3, 2025 — Educational institutions across Chennai were ordered shut on Tuesday as heavy rainfall, triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, continued to lash the city and surrounding districts. The district administration announced the closure of all schools and colleges as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students amid waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and rising river levels.

Emergency response teams have been placed on high alert while civic workers are actively clearing water from low-lying areas. Authorities have urged residents to remain indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow official weather advisories as intermittent rain is expected to continue over the next 24 hours.

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