In response to the heavy rainfall forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the Puducherry government has declared a holiday for all schools and colleges in the Union Territory on Tuesday, October 15. The announcement, made by Education Minister A Namassivayam, applies to both government and private institutions in Puducherry and Karaikal. “All government schools, government-aided schools, private schools, and colleges in Puducherry and Karaikal will remain closed on October 15 due to a heavy rain warning,” Namassivayam said.