Heavy Rains Lash Tamil Nadu, Schools Closed In Chennai On Wednesday Amid Downpour

Last Updated:October 21, 2025, 21:45 IST

Shortly after Chennai, a holiday was also declared for schools and colleges in Chengalpattu district

A woman walks with an umbrella on a road during heavy rainfall, in Chennai on Tuesday. (PTI file photo)

Chennai and several parts of Tamil Nadu witnessed widespread rainfall on Tuesday, prompting authorities to declare a holiday for schools in Chennai on Wednesday.

Shortly after Chennai, a holiday was also declared for schools and colleges in Chengalpattu district on Wednesday.

Tuesday’s heavy downpour resulted in waterlogging across several low-lying areas, disrupting daily life for residents and commuters. In Tambaram Sanatorium, a subway was inundated, with videos circulating on social media showing people wading through sewage-laden water.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), while most parts of Tamil Nadu are expected to receive less than 50 mm of rainfall, some areas saw significantly higher levels. Ramanathapuram recorded 149 mm of rain, Nagapattinam 90 mm, and parts of Chennai received around 63.5 mm, as per IMD’s latest report.

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