Karnataka government advises Bengaluru IT, BT, and private firms to implement work-from-home due to orange alert for heavy rainfall, closing schools amid criticisms on monsoon preparedness.

On October 16, the Karnataka government advised IT, BT, and private firms in Bengaluru to implement work-from-home arrangements due to an orange alert for heavy rainfall issued by the Indian Meteorological Department. This decision aims to ensure employee safety amidst expected transportation disruptions caused by flooding and traffic congestion. Additionally, schools in the city will be closed for the day. Critics have raised concerns about the government's monsoon preparedness.

October 15, 2024
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