India, Aug. 18 -- School Holiday Today August 18: As the monsoon strengthens across several parts of India, students and parents are facing an important question before Tuesday, August 18 that Will schools remain open, or will heavy rain force local administrations to declare a holiday? The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in several states, raising concerns over flooding, waterlogging, landslides and travel disruptions.

However, an IMD rain warning does not automatically mean a school holiday. School closures depend on decisions taken by state governments, district administrations, education departments or individual schools. Parents should therefore check official notifications before send...