School Closures Due to Rain and Heatwaves
In India, changing weather means changing the timetable. School closures, temporary holidays, and revised class timings have all been the result of policies enacted by governments and district administrations. The Monsoons have caused school closures in parts of Maharashtra. Heatwave conditions in parts of Kashmir have caused the implementation of summer vacation policies. Uttar Pradesh has enacted a revision of school hours in some districts. In West Bengal, the weather is being monitored to determine the need for school holiday policies.
Maharashtra: School Closure Due to Monsoons
Monsoons in Maharashtra have caused life to come to a standstill. Palghar and Raigad district administrations have caused the suspension of all primary, secondary, and higher secondary school classes.
The Monsoons have affected higher education as well. The Mumbai University exams for the Palghar district and the Panvel Municipal Corporation have been postponed. Those exams will be rescheduled at a later date. All school staff are to remain on campus for disaster management.
Kashmir: 2 Week Summer Vacation
The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has caused Government and all higher secondary recognized private school vacations for 2 weeks.
School will be closed from July 6 to July 19 and will reopen on July 20. This decision has been caused by the persistent heatwave and high temperatures in the Kashmir Valley. Students have been advised to remain indoors in the afternoon, stay hydrated, and be safe.
Uttar Pradesh Adjusts School Timings
To keep children safe from the rising levels of heat, authorities in some parts of Uttar Pradesh, including Noida, have changed school timings. Schools have been asked to hold classes in the cool morning hours and let the district administrations decide if and when to change the school timings based on weather conditions.
West Bengal Watching Weather Conditions
In West Bengal, schools are closed under a state-declared public holiday on July 6. Simultaneously, district authorities are watching weather conditions closely. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall and thunderstorms for some parts of the state for the following days. Schools have been instructed to follow the official weather instructions of the local administrations.
Why are Schools Closing?
Authorities say the following conditions are the main risks that have caused the closure of schools:
- Heavy rainfall, flooding, and transport disruptions
- Waterlogging
- Heatwave-related health risks
- Thunderstorms and lightning attacks
The IMD has stated that in the coming days, many areas will experience heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds. Some of the areas in the North will continue to see an increase in heat.
What Parents and Students Need to Do
It is advised that students and parents keep an eye on their respective schools, local district administrations, and the state education departments to get the latest information, as weather-related advisories may change, and other holidays, changes to school timings, and exam schedules may be announced.
Final Thoughts
The recent torrential rain in Maharashtra has caused the disruption of the school schedule, and the heat wave in Kashmir has caused the schools to go on summer vacation. In Uttar Pradesh, the school schedule has been altered, and West Bengal, on high alert, waits as the weather keeps changing. Parents and students should only pay attention to official publications for the most recent updates.
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