Jajpur: In view of continuous heavy rainfall in the district, the Jajpur administration has ordered the closure of all schools, including private institutions, until further notice.

According to an order issued by the District Education Officer (DEO), classes in government, government-aided, and private schools, including Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas, were suspended on July 28, 2026, from 2:00 PM onwards.

The decision was taken keeping in mind the persistent downpour, adverse weather conditions, and the safety of school-going children.

Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at one or two places across several districts, including Baleshwar, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Deogarh, Angul, Dhenkanal, Kendujhar, Mayurbhanj, Subarnapur, Boudh, Nuapada, and Balangir.

The IMD has also warned of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty surface winds reaching speeds of 40–50 kmph in these districts.

An orange warning has been issued for the affected regions, urging residents to remain alert and take necessary precautions.