Schools shut for next 2-3 days in these states owing to continuous rainfall, Kanwar Yatra

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weather forecast predicts light to moderate rainfall with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand over the next five days and in Uttar Pradesh over the next two days. Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh are expected to experience a significant reduction in rainfall from Tuesday, July 11, 2023, according to the weather department, reported Economic Times.

The Punjab government has ordered the closure of schools until July 13, taking precautions due to the prevailing situation. Similarly, in Chandigarh, schools will remain closed until Thursday.

The decision regarding school holidays has been left to the deputy commissioners of specific areas. In Panchkula, the District Education Officer announced that all schools would remain closed on July 11 and 12 due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging in various parts of the city.

Also read: Delhi weather update: Yamuna crosses danger mark, evacuation begins, old bridge temporarily closed The Directorate of Higher Education in Himachal Pradesh has decided to reschedule and adjust the monsoon break in government and private schools affiliated with the HP Board of School Education in many areas. Schools affiliated with CBSE, ICSE, or any other education board may make their own decisions on school closures, considering ongoing exams and local weather conditions.

The directorate of Higher Education of Himachal Pradesh has advised ensuring the safety and security of students and employees at all levels. Also read: Slum dwellers evacuated as Yamuna crosses danger mark in Delhi after rains In Haridwar, the district administration has announced the closure of all schools from classes 1 to 12 from July 10 to 17 in view of the Kanwar Mela, a religious pilgrimage