
Mon Apr 21 01:44:05 UTC 2025: ## Kashmir Schools Closed After Heavy Rains and Landslides
**Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir –** Schools across the Kashmir valley will be closed on Monday, April 21st, 2025, due to heavy rains and the risk of further landslides, according to the Jammu and Kashmir government. The decision, announced by Education Minister Sakina Ittoo via X (formerly Twitter), is a precautionary measure to ensure student safety.
The region has experienced torrential rainfall and hailstorms over the past two days, resulting in damage to structures and infrastructure. A landslide in Ramban on Sunday, April 20th, further highlighted the risks posed by the severe weather. The meteorological department has forecast continued precipitation for the next 24 hours. The closure affects all schools in the valley.