Kolkata flooded by overnight rains; West Bengal schools declare early Durga Puja holidays
Heavy overnight rains disrupted life in Kolkata and parts of south Bengal, flooding streets and halting traffic and public transport. In response, the West Bengal government announced early Durga Puja holidays for state-run schools and colleges, starting September 24. Teachers and staff were advised to work from home, while the minister extended condolences to families affected by the calamity.
Heavy overnight rains disrupted life in Kolkata and parts of south Bengal, flooding streets and halting traffic and public transport. In response, the West Bengal government announced early Durga Puja holidays for state-run schools and colleges, starting September 24. Teachers and staff were advised to work from home, while the minister extended condolences to families affected by the calamity.
