School holidays extended in J&K till July 26 as IMD forecasts heavy rain
Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have extended school holidays until July 26 due to heavy rainfall forecasts by the IMD. The decision follows a period of intense heatwaves and aims to ensure student safety during the monsoon season.
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This highlights the impact of extreme weather volatility on public infrastructure and education systems in South Asia.
As the southwest monsoon strengthens across northern India, school operations are beginning to reflect the changing weather. Jammu and Kashmir has extended school holidays till July 26, while neighbouring Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand remain on alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread rainfall across the region over the coming days.The move in Jammu and Kashmir comes as authorities shift from dealing with a prolonged heatwave to preparing for heavy rain. Schools that were scheduled to reopen on July 20 after summer vacations will now remain closed for another week.J&K extends school holidaysThe Jammu and Kashmir government announced on Tuesday that summer vacations for all government and recognised private schools in the Kashmir Division and Winter Zones of Jammu Division have been extended till July 26.Education Minister Sakina Ittoo announced the decision through a post on X."Keeping the safety and well-being of students, teachers and their families as…
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