Puducherry closes schools and colleges as Cyclone Fengal causes heavy rainfall and flooding

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The Puducherry government has closed all schools and colleges on December 3 due to heavy rainfall from Cyclone Fengal. Education Minister A Namachivayam announced the holiday amid severe weather conditions. Chief Minister N Rangaswamy stated that each affected ration cardholder will receive ₹ 5,000 in relief. Additionally, farmers with damaged crops will get ₹ 30,000 per hectare. The cyclone has caused significant flooding, particularly around the Sankaraparani River, affecting over 200 homes. Rescue operations are ongoing, with the Indian Army and National Disaster Response Force assisting stranded residents.


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