New Delhi, Nov. 17 -- Schools across Tamil Nadu are closed on November 17 in the wake of orange alert for heavy rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a heavy rainfall alert for Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

IMD in a post on X stated, "Heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in: Tamil Nadu (Nov 16-22), Kerala & Mahe (Nov 16-20), Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam, Rayalaseema (Nov 17-18),Andaman & Nicobar Islands (Nov 18-21),⚠️ Possible waterlogging, flooding & traffic disruptions.�� Stay updated, avoid unnecessary travel & follow local advisories."

Thus, all government, private, and aided schools in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur and nearby districts will...