In response to a relentless downpour on Monday, several districts in Tamil Nadu have declared a one-day holiday for schools and colleges. Notable regions affected include Mayiladuthurai, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Thiruvarur, Nagai (including Kilvelur taluk), Ranipet, Vellore, Tiruvannamalai, Ariyalur, Kallakurichi, Chengalpattu, Karaikal, and Puducherry.