IMD issued very heavy rainfall in Karnataka till July 21
IMD issued very heavy rainfall: There are heavy rain alerts issued for various parts of Karnataka by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Heavy rain is expected, with very heavy rain from July 16 to 21. This includes districts like Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru), Udupi, and Uttara Kannada. IMD issued very heavy rainfall in karnataka till July 21.
While an official, statewide declaration for school holidays on July 15, 2025, has not been broadly announced, several reports indicate a strong possibility of school and college closures in affected districts.
Decisions on school holidays due to heavy rain are typically made by local district administrations based on the severity of the weather conditions and IMD alerts.
Heavy Rain Alerts (IMD Forecast for July 15, 2025, and subsequent days):
Coastal Karnataka: Heavy rain is expected, with very heavy rain from July 16 to 21. This includes districts like Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru), Udupi, and Uttara Kannada.
North Interior Karnataka: Heavy rain is expected with strong surface winds, intensifying to very heavy rain from July 17 to 18.
South Interior Karnataka: Heavy rain is expected with strong surface winds, intensifying to very heavy rain on July 18. This includes districts like Bengaluru Urban and Rural, Mysuru, Mandya, Hassan, Ramanagara, Shivamogga, Kodagu, and Chikkamagaluru.
School Holiday Status:
While there isn’t a blanket statewide school holiday declared for July 15, 2025, due to the heavy rain alerts, district administrations in the heavily affected areas are highly likely to declare holidays.
Parents and students are strongly advised to stay updated with official announcements from their local district administrations, school authorities, and local news channels.
Decisions can be made at short notice depending on the evolving weather situation.
It’s important to prioritize safety and follow any advisories issued by the State Disaster Management Authority.
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