In response to severe flooding caused by heavy overnight rains on September 23, 2025, the West Bengal government has declared early Durga Puja holidays for all schools in Kolkata. Education Minister Bratya Basu announced that all government-run educational institutions will remain closed on September 24 and 25 to ensure student safety amid waterlogged roads and prevent accidents. Teachers have been instructed to work from home during this period. The torrential rains, among the heaviest in nearly four decades, have led to widespread waterlogging, disrupting daily life and public transport. At least eight individuals have died due to electrocution from submerged electrical installations. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert, predicting continued heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across southern West Bengal, including Kolkata, until September 26. #news #Newsone #KolkataNews #HeavyRain #SchoolClosure #WeatherAlert #CityUpdates #PublicSafety #RainImpact #EducationNews
