Southern Railway cancels and diverts trains in Tiruchirapalli Division due to bridge suspension and rising water levels.

Puducherry: In response to the heavy rainfall caused by Cyclone Fengal, the Union Territory of Puducherry has declared a holiday for all government, government-aided, private schools, and colleges on Monday, announced Education Minister A. Namachivayam on Sunday.

Cyclone Fengal hit Tamil Nadu causing unprecedented rainfall equivalent to a year's worth in 36 hours, leading to widespread flooding and property damage. The government has established multiple relief camps and is focusing on restoration efforts,

The storm, the second to develop over the Bay of Bengal this season, packed gusts reaching up to 90 km per hour as it crossed the coastline. The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai warned of continued heavy rainfall through Sunday,

Chennai and nearby areas experienced heavy rains due to cyclone Fengal, disrupting transport services and prompting evacuations. While no major damage was reported, hospitals were inundated, and operations at Chennai airport were suspended.