SHILLONG, MAY 27: The state government has directed closure of schools and colleges on May 28 in view of the cyclone Remal.
The order for closure of educational institutions has been issued by different district administrations of the state.
“In view of the cyclone Remal, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning stating extremely heavy rainfall with strong winds in East Khasi Hills District with effect from May 27 to 28. Therefore, to avoid any untoward incidents all schools under East Khasi Hills District shall remain closed on May 28,” East Khasi Hills District Magistrate SC Sadhu said in his order issued on Monday.
In continuation of this office order, Sadhu said, “…in view of the cyclone Remal, all colleges under East Khasi Hills District shall remain closed on May 28.”
Similar orders were issued by deputy commissioners of West Jaintia Hills, Ri Bhoi, East Garo Hills, West Garo Hills, South West Garo Hills etc.
