Incessant torrential rainfall continues to lash several parts of Tamil Nadu, primarily Chennai which now is causing severe inconvenience to commuters as they are facing heavy traffic congestion. In light of the current situation, authorities have announced a holiday for schools and colleges in various districts, including Nagapattinam, Kilvelur Taluk, Viluppuram, Cuddalore, Kallakurichi, Ranipet, Vellore and Tiruvannamalai.