Saralnama250mm of rain lashed Kolkata, causing floods and seven deaths. The West Bengal government closed schools two days early for Durga Puja holidays. Education Minister Bratya Basu announced that all state-run schools will remain shut on 24 and. The Puja break will now start from instead of. Teachers must work from home. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged people to avoid waterlogged roads. Parts of Kolkata received over 330mm rain in a few hours. The downpour disrupted traffic and daily life in the city. (Updated 23 Sep 2025, 14:19 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 250mm of rain lashed Kolkata, causing floods and seven deaths
- The West Bengal government closed schools two days early for Durga Puja holidays
- Education Minister Bratya Basu announced that all state-run schools will remain shut on 24 and