Tamil Nadu Shuts Schools as Cyclone Ditwah Batters Region

In response to the severe weather conditions brought by Cyclone Ditwah, authorities in Tamil Nadu have ordered the closure of all schools and colleges in Chennai and surrounding areas. The holiday, effective Tuesday, covers Chennai, Tiruvallur, and Kanchipuram districts, aiming to safeguard students from heavy rains and potential waterlogging. District authorities confirmed the decision as a precautionary step based on meteorological forecasts. Citizens are strongly advised to remain cautious, refrain from unnecessary journeys, and follow guidance from state agencies. The cyclone’s impact has claimed three lives in Tamil Nadu due to weather-related events. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka faces a dire situation, with 334 reported deaths and significant destruction, particularly in the capital. India’s assistance has been crucial, with 53 tons of relief supplies dispatched under Operation Sagar Bandhu, launched to aid Sri Lanka following the cyclone’s destructive path.