New Delhi, July 30 -- With the southwest monsoon remaining active across several parts of the country, students and parents are awaiting clarity on whether schools will remain closed on Friday, July 31.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in multiple states, prompting district administrations to closely monitor the evolving weather situation. Although no statewide school holiday has been announced, local authorities may declare district-specific closures depending on weather conditions and public safety concerns.

July 31 has already been declared a gazetted/public holiday in Punjab to observe the Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh. Government offices, schools and educational institutions...