In view of the impact of Cyclone Arnab and the possibility of heavy rains in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, the district administration has issued an important order regarding schools. Under this, education from KG to 12th standard will be suspended on 28 and 29 October 2026 in all government, non-government aided and private schools. The Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rains with strong winds in many districts of the state. Ranchi has been kept in orange alert category. However, the private school management can decide at their own level regarding the already fixed examinations.
Schools will be closed in Ranchi on October 28 and 29
Keeping in view the possibility of inclement weather due to Cyclone Arnab, the Ranchi district administration has decided to suspend classes in schools. According to the order issued, educational activities from KG to 12th in all government, non-government aided (including minority) and private schools in the district will be closed on 28 and 29 October 2026. This decision has been taken keeping in mind the safety of the students.
Warning of heavy rain and strong winds
According to the forecast of India Meteorological Centre, Jharkhand, Ranchi, heavy rainfall is likely in various districts of the state. Ranchi district has been kept in orange alert category. Along with this, strong winds and torrential rains are also likely. Keeping in view the weather conditions, the administration has appealed to people to be alert and take necessary precautions.
Schools will be able to decide on pre-scheduled exams
In the administrative order, guidelines have also been given regarding the already scheduled examinations in private schools. If in any private school the examination is organized on 28th or 29th October, the school management shall be free to conduct the examination at its own level or take decision regarding the same. However, the information regarding this has to be compulsorily given to the office of District Education Officer or District Education Superintendent.
Teachers have to come to school
Teachers and teachers have to be present in the schools on the scheduled dates even though the studies of the students in the schools are suspended. During this period they have to do non-academic work. Along with this, the attendance of teachers in all government and non-government aided schools of the district will be recorded on the e-Vidyavahini portal.
Important advice for parents and students
The district administration has appealed to the school management, teachers, parents and students to heed the warnings of the meteorological department. Everyone has been advised to follow the instructions of the administration and take necessary precautions during inclement weather.
