Schools across the Kashmir Division reopened today, July 27, 2026 . Classes resume after a 20-day closure due to extreme rainfall and flood warnings. The School Education Department extended the summer vacation multiple times. Students in government and private schools returned to classrooms. This follows a period of heavy monsoon activity.
Jammu Division Schools Remain Closed
In the Jammu Division , schools with rain-damaged buildings will stay shut. Authorities ordered these closures for student and staff safety. District officials must inspect all affected educational institutions. Damaged buildings will remain locked until repairs are complete. No academic activities will occur in unsafe premises. This directive addresses structural damage from recent heavy rainfall and floods.
Background of School Closures
Original summer vacations began on July 6, 2026 . These were due to an intense heatwave. The weather shifted to heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides. These conditions prompted extended school closures. The vacation was initially set to end on July 20. It was extended to July 26. This ensured safety amid ongoing weather alerts. With improving weather, normal operations resume in Kashmir.
Action Plan for Jammu Schools
Jammu administration officials are tasked with specific actions. They must identify all schools impacted by rain. Inspections of damaged infrastructure are mandatory. Completed repairs are required before reopening damaged buildings. The primary goal is to prevent students from entering unsafe structures. This ensures a secure learning environment. The monsoon season caused widespread damage to public infrastructure.
