India, Sept. 15 -- The Manipur government on Monday ordered the closure of all educational institutions in five districts on September 16 in view of the incessant rainfall in several parts of the state.

Two government orders issued by the university and higher education director, Radhakanta and the school education director, Ng Bhogendra Meitei, cited the prevailing weather conditions for the decision.

"In view of the prevailing weather conditions in the state resulting in incidents of flood and landslides affecting across various districts including Imphal West, Imphal East, Bishnupur, Kakching and Thoubal, all the educational institutions including colleges shall remain closed on September 16," the order issued by Radhakanta said afte...