The Kerala state government has declared public holidays on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 , and Thursday, December 11, 2025 . These holidays affect specific districts due to the upcoming Local Bodies Election 2025. Simultaneously, educational institutions in three major districts of Tamil Nadu closed on December 2, 2025 , in response to Cyclone Ditwah and heavy rainfall warnings.
Kerala School Holidays for Local Bodies Election
The Kerala government announced holidays for public offices and educational institutions, including schools, colleges, universities, and other institutes. These closures facilitate the Local Bodies Election process across selected districts.
On December 9, 2025 , seven districts will observe a public holiday. On December 11, 2025 , seven additional districts will have a holiday. These measures ensure voter participation and smooth election conduct.
Districts Affected by Kerala Election Holidays:
| Date | Districts |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam |
| Thursday, December 11, 2025 | Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod |
Tamil Nadu School Closures Due to Cyclone Ditwah
The Tamil Nadu government issued an order on December 2, 2025 , mandating the closure of all educational institutions. This includes government and private schools and colleges in three districts. The decision follows warnings regarding Cyclone Ditwah and anticipated heavy rainfall.
Chennai District Collector Roshni Siddhartha Jagade announced the directive for Chennai. District Collectors of Tiruvallur and Kanchipuram also issued similar closure orders for their respective regions. Students and staff should monitor local news for updates regarding re-opening dates.