Himachal Pradesh Closes All Schools and Colleges Due to Heavy Rainfall Shimla, September 4, 2024 The Himachal Pradesh Government has ordered all schools and colleges to remain closed until September 7 due to heavy rainfall and damage across the state. Both government and private educational institutions, including teacher training centers, will stay shut for student safety. Heavy Rain Causes Widespread…
Himachal Pradesh Closes All Schools and Colleges Due to Heavy Rainfall
Shimla, September 4, 2024
The Himachal Pradesh Government has ordered all schools and colleges to remain closed until September 7 due to heavy rainfall and damage across the state. Both government and private educational institutions, including teacher training centers, will stay shut for student safety.
Heavy Rain Causes Widespread Damage
Secretary Rakesh Kanwar from the Education Department said the state has been hit by very heavy rainfall for several days. This has caused landslides, fallen trees, blocked roads, and power cuts throughout Himachal Pradesh.
The government is worried that more such incidents could happen in the coming days due to bad weather conditions.
Teachers and Staff Also Get Leave
Teachers and other school staff do not need to come to work during this closure period. However, school heads must try to conduct classes online whenever possible.
School principals have been told to stay alert and protect school buildings, equipment, and important records during the closure.
Education Minister Explains Decision
Education Minister Rohit Thakur told reporters that heavy rain has affected normal life across North India, including Uttarakhand, Punjab, and Haryana.
“The safety of children is very important. We have taken this uniform decision to keep schools closed for the remaining three-four days of this week,” he said.
Thakur added that online classes will continue so students do not miss their studies. He hopes regular classes will start again next week when weather improves.
Teachers Day and Literacy Milestone
The state-level Teachers Day program on September 5 will go ahead as planned. The Governor and Chief Minister will attend this event.
On September 8, Himachal Pradesh will be declared a fully literate state, joining other states that have achieved 100% literacy.
Apple Farmers Face Losses
The heavy rain has badly affected the apple harvest season. Minister Thakur said 1.35 crore apple boxes have been sold so far, which is about 50% of the total crop.
Road damage has made it difficult for farmers to transport their apples to markets. The government is working quickly to repair roads so farmers do not lose more money.
The next 15-20 days will be very important for apple harvest and road repairs.
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