Are schools open today in India? Check for Delhi-NCR, Gurugram, Punjab, J&K and others
The government has declared a holiday tomorrow (May 9) for educational institutions in several states across India as a precautionary measure amid the tension between the two nations.
The tensions have escalated between India and Pakistan further after Pakistan targeted Jammu, Rajasthan and Punjab with drones on Thursday (May 8). India confirmed that there are no losses and the threat was neutralised by the Indian Armed Forces.
The government has declared a holiday tomorrow (May 9) for educational institutions in several states across India as a precautionary measure amid the tension between the two nations.
Which states have announced school holiday?
States sharing border with Pakistan have been on high alert. The government has cancelled leave for employees in several states, including Punjab, Gujarat, West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Delhi, in view of the current situation and preparedness for emergency response.
Here is the complete list of locations where a holiday has been announced:
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Jammu and Kashmir: All schools, colleges and universities in J&K to remain closed on 9th and 10th May as a precautionary measure.
Leh:All the government and private schools will remain closed for next two days.
Punjab:All Schools, Colleges, and Universities — Government, Private, and Aided — across the entire Punjab shall remain completely closed for the next three days.
Haryana: Schools will remain closed across Haryana, including Gurugram.
Himachal Pradesh: All schools, colleges, and educational institutions in Una district, Himachal Pradesh, will remain closed on May 9.
Rajasthan: Schools will remain closed in five bordering districts, including Sri Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, and Barmer.
Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad have not yet announced a holiday or are conducting online classes. It is advisable to stay in touch with the respective school for the latest updates.
