Chhattisgarh schools closed September 26 due to heavy rain, flood-like situations

The Chhattisgarh government declared a holiday for all government, private, and aided schools across the state on Saturday, September 26, 2026. This decision was made in response to heavy rainfall and flood-like situations reported in several areas, with the primary aim of ensuring student safety.

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced the closure via a post on ‘X’ on Friday, September 25, 2026. The move came as heavy rainfall continued to lash various parts of Chhattisgarh, leading to waterlogging, rising river levels, and transportation difficulties, particularly impacting the Bastar region.

Impact on Education and Daily Life

The closure of schools on Saturday, September 26, 2026, followed similar actions taken on Friday in several districts. Schools in Dantewada, Bijapur, Kondagaon, Kanker, and Bastar within the Bastar division, as well as Gariaband, Dhamtari, and Durg, had already been closed. Consequently, quarterly examinations scheduled in government schools in the affected areas were postponed.

Beyond educational disruptions, the heavy rains have significantly impacted daily life and infrastructure. Traffic was affected on several key routes, including the Raipur-Jagdalpur National Highway. In a rain-related incident, a 40-year-old farmer drowned in a flooded drain in Kondagaon district on Friday, September 25, 2026.

River Levels and Reservoir Management

Several rivers in Chhattisgarh are experiencing elevated water levels due to the continuous rainfall. The Indravati River in Bastar is reportedly flowing seven feet above its danger mark. In Durg district, the Shivnath River is in spate, contributing to flood-like conditions in the area.

Authorities have also taken measures to manage water levels in reservoirs. All gates of the Gangrel Dam in Dhamtari district have been opened. As of 8 am on an unspecified date, the Gangrel reservoir was at 98.14% capacity, Murumsilli at 100%, Dudhawa at 97.21%, and Sondhur at 88.18%. A total of 10 gates were opened at Gangrel, releasing 54,950 cusecs of water, with 48,950 cusecs directed into the Mahanadi river and 6,000 cusecs into a canal.

Rainfall Data and Regional Disparities

Between June 1, 2026, and September 25, 2026, Chhattisgarh recorded an average of 1,082.4 mm rainfall, which is 100.1% of the state’s 10-year seasonal benchmark of 1,081.5 mm. Over the 24 hours preceding September 25, 2026, the state received an average precipitation of 52.8 mm. District Collectors were instructed to conduct relief and rescue operations with full vigilance, particularly in the Bastar division, which comprises seven districts. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai stated, “There should be no delay in providing assistance to people in need in affected areas. Keeping the safety of citizens as the highest priority, the administration should remain prepared to deal with every situation.”

While the state average met its benchmark, significant regional disparities in rainfall were observed. Narayanpur recorded the highest cumulative rainfall at 1,600.4 mm. Balrampur recorded the highest rainfall relative to its seasonal average at 169.4% with 1,527.7 mm. Conversely, some districts received less than their normal rainfall.

Further reading

• Chhattisgarh schools closed today due to heavy rain, flood-like situation
• Chhattisgarh schools closed today amid heavy rain, flood-like situation
• Chhattisgarh schools closed today, quarterly exams postponed amid heavy rain
• Telangana schools closed September 25 for Ganesh idol immersion
• Telangana schools closed tomorrow for Ganesh idol immersion; November 14 is working day

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

View all posts →