Bhubaneswar, July 14 -- Bhadrak district administration declared a holiday for all schools on Tuesday due to the prevailing situation caused by continuous rainfall. The District Collector announced the decision, prioritising the safety and convenience of students across the region.

Classes were suspended in all government, government-aided, and private schools in the district. For schools where the Mid-Day Meal is served, academic activities will remain suspended immediately after the food is provided.

Heavy rainfall has continued across Bhadrak since late Monday night. Consequently, rainwater has overflowed onto roads in several areas, whilst local drains and sewers have become heavily inundated. The persistent rain has also kept the s...