Chandigarh, Aug. 26 -- In response to persistent heavy rainfall across Punjab, the Jalandhar district administration has ordered the closure of all government and private schools on August 26, 2025, following a weather warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The decision aims to ensure the safety of students and staff amid challenging conditions caused by waterlogging on routes leading to schools.
According to the Deputy Commissioner (DC), continuous heavy rainfall over the past few days has disrupted access to educational institutions, with forecasts indicating further intense showers in the coming days. To address these concerns, the district administration has declared a holiday for all schools in Jalandhar on Tues...