New Delhi, June 1 -- Aizawl District in Mizoram has been severely affected by mudflows, landslides, rockfalls, and other related calamities, due to torrential rainfall over the past few days. In response, the Aizawl District Disaster Management Authority has directed all heads of schools within the district to keep their institutions closed on Monday, 2 June, to ensure the safety of students and staff.

Mizoram, particularly Aizawl, has been experiencing incessant heavy rain since late May. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the region has faced moderate to heavy rainfall, with Aizawl receiving over 60 mm of rain in recent days. The persistent downpours have led to multiple landslides, blocking highways and disrupting...