Kashmir Heatwave: Primary Schools Closed Until July 30

The Kashmir divisional administration has declared a suspension of classes for primary-level students in both government and private schools until July 30 due to an ongoing heatwave. Divisional Commissioner Kashmir V K Bidhuri announced that while students are excused from attending school, all teaching and non-teaching staff must still report for duty.

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“Due to the ongoing heatwave in the valley, classwork for primary-level students in both government and recognized private schools will be suspended on July 29 and 30, 2024,” according to Bidhuri’s order.

“However, all teaching and non-teaching staff are required to continue attending their duties as usual,” the official statement noted.

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A resident of Anantnag shared with ANI that the increasing temperatures are a result of global warming. “It’s been extremely hot this year… Recently, temperatures here reached 33°C; the heat has been overwhelming. Children and women are unable to venture outside due to the heat. I believe there should be an additional summer vacation. Due to global warming, people are seeking relief by moving to streams and ponds,” he said.

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