On November 17, 2025, many districts in Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, were declared a holiday for schools due to heavy rain. IMD had advised heavy rain would be significant in the districts, which is why local leadership in those districts closed school for safety on those travel days.
Why Schools Are Closed
It is an orange level rain warning for areas only flagged like Chennai and potentially coastal districts. The area will have rain, localized waterlogged areas, slippery roads, and safety of students traveling to and from schools. Local authorities are taking precautions to avoid student accidents and interrupted school days.
School Closure by District
As previously stated, many districts have confirmed school absent days. Apart from Chennai, Chengalpattu, and nearby districts have confirmed school absent days due to ongoing rain. Local governments will continually monitor the weather and will modify closure announcements when warranted.
District School Closures on 11/17/2025
| District / Region | Status | Reason |
| Chennai | Closed | Heavy rainfall and flooding |
| Chengalpattu | Closed | Safety concerns due to rainfall |
| Other districts | Varies | Closure based on local rain alerts and administrative orders |
Actions for Parents
Parents and guardians should remain vigilant in monitoring school notices, district releases, local announcements, and weather radio announcements. Schools will reopen when it is safe for students and/or the authorities confirm it is safe for students to return.
Schools throughout Chennai and the nearby districts are closed today (11/17/2025) due to heavy rainfall. Please monitor local source for updates at the district level.
This is based on media reports and weather department alerts — please verify with official Tamil Nadu education or district administration sources for exact school-closure status.
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