Heatwave warning: Schools, colleges shut across 9 districts; SOP rolled out
Heatwave grips Odisha, prompting collectors in nine districts to close schools and anganwadis. The state government has issued an SOP, empowering local officials to act swiftly on rising temperatures. Measures include restricting vehicle movement during peak heat and setting up roadside rest sheds with water and ORS. The aim is to prevent heatwave casualties.