As students and parents across southern India wait for clarity on school schedules for December 5, several states are assessing weather conditions, district reports, and local administrative challenges before issuing final orders. With some regions facing continuous heavy rain and others dealing with election preparations or civic alerts, the situation remains fluid.
Andhra Pradesh Schools Closed? Districts To Take the Final Call
In Andhra Pradesh, the state government has not announced a blanket holiday for December 5. However, the responsibility now lies with district collectors, especially in the southern coastal areas where rain has persisted over the last few days.
Officials are closely tracking rainfall intensity. If the weather worsens overnight, individual districts may declare holidays to ensure student safety. Parents have been advised to keep an eye on local updates, as announcements may come early in the morning.
Kerala: Rain-Hit Districts Likely To Shut Schools
In Kerala, the situation varies from district to district. There is no statewide order, but several rain-affected regions are likely to close schools on December 5.
Districts where closure is expected include:
- Thiruvananthapuram
- Kollam (selected taluks)
- Pathanamthitta
- Idukki
- Kottayam
Collectors in these districts are monitoring rainfall and road conditions. If waterlogging continues, schools and anganwadis may remain closed on Thursday.
Additionally, Kerala has already declared holidays on December 9 and December 11 for Local Body Elections, during which schools, colleges, government offices, and many private institutions will remain shut.
Tamil Nadu: Decision for December 5 Still Pending
In Tamil Nadu, uncertainty continues. After days of heavy rainfall triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, schools in Chennai and Tiruvallur were shut on December 4.
Officials will examine Thursday’s rain forecast before deciding on December 5. If rains persist in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, or Kancheepuram, more districts may opt for closures to prevent students from traveling through waterlogged areas.
Local administrations are expected to announce their decision by late evening.
Parents Advised To Follow Official Notices
With each state issuing district-wise updates, families are urged to rely only on:
- District collector bulletins
- School WhatsApp groups
- Official state education department handles
Until final decisions are announced, authorities are urging caution, especially in rain-affected regions.
For now, the situation remains mixed some areas may close schools due to heavy rain, while others may continue classes as usual. Parents and students should stay alert for last-minute updates.
