Chennai Rain Alert: Madras University postpones exam, cancels classes due to heavy rains
Ruchika Kumari | November 2, 2026 | 03:02 PM IST | 1 min read
The university has declared a holiday following an orange alert for Chennai and Tiruvallur districts. All theory and practical examinations scheduled for November 2 have been postponed.
The University of Madras has declared November 2 a holiday for students of all university departments. The announcement comes in view of heavy rainfall and prevailing cyclonic weather conditions in Tamil Nadu. The university has also postponed all theory and practical examinations scheduled for today. Heads of departments have been directed to communicate the decision to the concerned students.
According to an official circular issued by the Registrar, the decision follows an orange alert issued for Chennai and Tiruvallur districts due to expected rainfall on November 2. Therefore, all students enrolled in the university's departments are observing holiday today.
Official notice issued by Madras University reads, “In view of the heavy rainfall and the Orange Alert issued for Chennai and Tiruvallur Districts due to the prevailing cyclonic weather conditions on 2nd November 2026 (Monday), the Government has declared a holiday for all schools and colleges in the above-mentioned districts.”
Chennai, Tiruvallur schools and colleges closed today
The Tamil Nadu government has also declared a holiday for all schools and colleges in Chennai and Tiruvallur districts today amid heavy rainfall warning associated with Cyclone Murasu.
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The Chennai District Collector's office announced a one-day holiday for educational institutions on Monday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places in Chennai and Tiruvallur. Heavy rainfall is also expected in parts of Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, Vellore and the Nilgiris.
The Tamil Nadu Disaster Management Department has alerted district collectors in seven districts, asking them to remain prepared and take necessary measures to manage weather-related emergencies. Parents and students are advised to be in touch with respective schools for latest update on holiday.
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