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Jagatsinghpur Schools to Remain Closed on 27 July 2026 Due to Heavy Rainfall and Low Pressure – Official Order

JAGATSINGHPUR SCHOOL CLOSURE – 27TH JULY 2026

Office of the Collector & District Magistrate, Jagatsinghpur – Order No. 15100/Emg Dated 26.07.2026

Order No. 15100/Emg Dated 26.07.2026

Issuing Authority Collector & DM, Jagatsinghpur

Date of Closure 27th July 2026 (Monday)

Reason Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall Warning

Closure Date

27th July 2026

Monday

Weather Warning

Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall

Low pressure over Northwest Bay of Bengal

Applicable Schools

All Schools

Govt, Aided, Private, OAVs & KVs

Key Provisions of the Order

Weather Warning: In view of the weather warning issued by IMD (India Meteorological Department) regarding forecast of heavy to very heavy rainfall with isolated heavy rainfall likely to occur in Jagatsinghpur district due to the low pressure area over Northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining Gangetic West Bengal-North Odisha.
Safety of Students: Keeping in view of the safety of the students, all types of Government, Govt. Aided, Privately Managed Schools in Elementary/Secondary/ Higher Secondary level/OAVs/KVs of Jagatsinghpur District will remain closed on 27th July, 2026 (Monday).
Issuing Authority: The order has been issued by the Collector & District Magistrate, Jagatsinghpur.
Circulation: Copies forwarded to:
– Director, Elementary/Secondary/Higher Secondary Education
– SPD, OSEPA, Odisha, Bhubaneswar
– Additional Special Relief Commissioner, Odisha, Bhubaneswar
– CDO-cum-EO, ZP, Jagatsinghpur
– Sub-Collector, Jagatsinghpur
– All Tehsildars, all BDOs, all EOs of ULBs of Jagatsinghpur district
– DEO-cum-DPC, SS, Jagatsinghpur

Important Points to Note

All Schools Covered: The closure applies to all types of schools – Government, Government Aided, and Privately Managed Schools at Elementary, Secondary, and Higher Secondary levels, as well as OAVs (Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas) and KVs (Kendriya Vidyalayas).
Weather Warning: The IMD has issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall in Jagatsinghpur district due to a low pressure area over Northwest Bay of Bengal.
Student Safety: The decision has been taken keeping in view the safety of the students in the wake of the severe weather conditions.
Single Day Closure: The closure is for one day – 27th July 2026 (Monday).
Emergency Order: The order has been issued as an emergency measure (marked "Emg") to ensure swift action.
Wide Circulation: Copies have been forwarded to all concerned authorities for information and necessary action.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why have schools been closed in Jagatsinghpur?

Schools have been closed due to heavy to very heavy rainfall warning issued by IMD for Jagatsinghpur district, caused by a low pressure area over Northwest Bay of Bengal.

When will the schools remain closed?

All schools in Jagatsinghpur district will remain closed on 27th July 2026 (Monday).

Which schools are covered under this order?

All types of schools are covered – Government, Government Aided, Privately Managed Schools at Elementary, Secondary, and Higher Secondary levels, as well as OAVs (Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas) and KVs (Kendriya Vidyalayas).

Who issued this order?

The order has been issued by the Collector & District Magistrate, Jagatsinghpur.

What is the reason for the heavy rainfall warning?

The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall due to a low pressure area over Northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining Gangetic West Bengal-North Odisha region.

Is this a one-day closure?

Yes. The closure is for one day – 27th July 2026 (Monday). Further decisions will be taken based on the weather conditions.

Who has been informed about this order?

Copies have been forwarded to all concerned authorities including Directorate of Education, OSEPA, Additional Special Relief Commissioner, CDO-cum-EO, ZP, Sub-Collector, all Tehsildars, BDOs, EOs of ULBs, and DEO-cum-DPC for information and necessary action.