Odisha mobilises 225 teams, shuts schools and colleges in 5 districts on Oct 28-29 amid Cyclone Arnab

The Odisha government is implementing extensive measures to prepare for a forecasted cyclone on October 28. Schools, colleges, and anganwadi centres in five vulnerable districts will remain closed due to the cyclone's approach. Authorities have activated control rooms and deployed teams to ensure effective emergency response, prioritizing safety. Provisions have been made for evacuating people in vulnerable housing and moving expectant mothers to hospitals.