Cyclone Arnab Update: Schools Closed in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha; Over 100 Trains Cancelled, Check Full List

Cyclone Arnab has disrupted transport and education services across parts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, prompting school closures and widespread train cancellations. Indian Railways has cancelled more than 100 train services as a precautionary measure, while authorities have announced closures in cyclone-affected districts to protect students amid forecasts of heavy rainfall and strong winds. The cyclone made landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast on Wednesday, October 28, according to reports.

Passengers travelling through Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal are advised to check their train status before leaving for stations, as cancellations and other operational changes affect several routes.

Cyclone Arnab Updates: Schools Closed in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha Districts

Schools across 10 districts in Andhra Pradesh have been ordered to remain closed as a precaution. The affected districts are East Godavari, Kakinada, Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema, Krishna, NTR, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, Eluru, Anakapalli and Polavaram.

The orders cover schools under all managements in the notified districts, subject to any subsequent clarification from local administrations. The closures come amid concerns over heavy rainfall, strong winds and possible disruption to transport and normal activities.

Odisha has also announced closures in districts expected to experience the cyclone's impact. Schools, colleges and Anganwadi centres in Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Malkangiri, Koraput and Nabarangpur are scheduled to remain closed on October 28 and 29, according to the information provided.

The closures are precautionary measures, although the cyclone's landfall is along the Andhra Pradesh coast. Students and parents should follow district-level announcements, as local authorities may issue further instructions depending on weather conditions.

Cyclone Arnab Train Cancellation: More Than 100 Services Affected

Indian Railways has cancelled more than 100 train services, with additional services rescheduled or partially affected. The cancellations cover express, passenger and local trains connecting several locations in Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring states.

Among the affected long-distance services are the 18107 Rourkela-Jagdalpur Express, 12704 Secunderabad-Howrah Express and 18005 Howrah-Jagdalpur Express.

Other important cancellations include:

Wednesday, October 28: Train No. 17206 Kakinada Port-Sainagar Shirdi Express, Train No. 22875 Visakhapatnam-Guntur UDAY Express, Train No. 22876 Guntur-Visakhapatnam UDAY Express and Train No. 12717 Visakhapatnam-Vijayawada Ratnachal Express.

Thursday, October 29: Train No. 17205 Sainagar Shirdi-Kakinada Port Express.

The following local and passenger services have also been listed for cancellation on October 27 and 28, or on October 28 alone.

Full List of Local Trains Cancelled on October 28 Due to Cyclone Arnab

Rajahmundry-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 67261)
Vijayawada Junction-Machilipatnam (Train No. 67263)
Machilipatnam-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 67264)
Vijayawada Junction-Machilipatnam (Train No. 67265)
Machilipatnam-Gudivada Junction (Train No. 67271)
Gudivada Junction-Machilipatnam (Train No. 67272)
Machilipatnam-Gudivada Junction (Train No. 67252)
Gudivada Junction-Machilipatnam (Train No. 67253)
Machilipatnam-Gudivada Junction (Train No. 67254)
Gudivada Junction-Machilipatnam (Train No. 67255)
Machilipatnam-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 67256)
Kakinada Port-Visakhapatnam (Train No. 17267)
Visakhapatnam-Kakinada Port (Train No. 17268)
Parvatipuram-Visakhapatnam (Train No. 07267)
Visakhapatnam-Parvatipuram (Train No. 07268)

Machilipatnam-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 67266)
Vijayawada Junction-Bhimavaram Junction (Train No. 67275)
Bhimavaram Junction-Nidadavolu Junction (Train No. 67277)
Nidadavolu Junction-Bhimavaram Junction (Train No. 67278)
Bhimavaram Junction-Machilipatnam (Train No. 67251)
Kakinada Port-Rajahmundry (Train No. 67302)
Narasapur-Nidadavolu Junction (Train No. 67244)
Nidadavolu Junction-Narasapur (Train No. 67245)
Narasapur-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 17270)
Machilipatnam-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 67268)
Guntur Junction-Repalle (Train No. 67249)
Repalle-Guntur Junction (Train No. 67250)
Guntur Junction-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 67248)
Vijayawada Junction-Machilipatnam (Train No. 67269)
Machilipatnam-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 67270)
Vijayawada Junction-Bhimavaram Junction (Train No. 67281)
Bhimavaram Junction-Nidadavolu Junction (Train No. 67283)
Nidadavolu Junction-Bhimavaram Junction (Train No. 67284)
Bhimavaram Junction-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 67282)
Vijayawada Junction-Rajahmundry (Train No. 67262)
Kakinada Port-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 17258)
Vijayawada Junction-Guntur Junction (Train No. 67229)
Guntur Junction-Repalle (Train No. 67223)
Repalle-Tenali Junction (Train No. 67224)
Tenali Junction-Vijayawada Junction (Train No. 67222)

Passengers travelling on October 28 and in the following days should check the latest cancellation and rescheduling notices through the official Indian Railways platforms or the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) before starting their journeys. Train operations may change as authorities assess weather conditions and the impact on railway infrastructure.