Sun Aug 31 18:00:00 UTC 2025: ## News Article: Jammu Division Schools Closed, Highway Shut Down as Heavy Rains Threaten Region

**Jammu, India -** Schools across Jammu and Kashmir’s Jammu division will remain closed on Monday, September 1st, following a decision by authorities citing an adverse weather forecast. The closure order, issued by the Director School Education, Jammu division, impacts all government and private schools and comes as the region braces for potentially heavy rainfall.

“In continuation to earlier orders and keeping in view the incessant rains and landslides in hilly areas, it is hereby ordered that all government and private schools across Jammu Division shall continue to remain closed on 01-09-2025 (Monday),” the order stated. Officials will continue to monitor the situation and determine further actions regarding school reopening based on evolving weather conditions.

The Meteorological (MeT) Department has issued a warning for heavy rainfall in several districts of the Jammu division over the next few days. While light to moderate rain is expected on August 31st and September 1st, a more severe weather pattern is anticipated for September 2nd. The MeT bulletin warns of the possibility of “very heavy to extremely heavy rain” over Kathua, Doda, Udhampur, and Reasi, with other districts including Jammu, Samba, Ramban, Rajouri, and Kishtwar also expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall. South Kashmir and Poonch could also see moderate to heavy showers.

An advisory issued by the MeT Department cautions residents to stay alert and updated, highlighting the potential for cloudbursts, flash floods, landslides, mudslides, and shooting stones at vulnerable locations. People are urged to avoid water bodies, river embankments, and loose structures.

Adding to the region’s woes, the crucial Jammu-Srinagar national highway remains closed for the sixth consecutive day. Officials are working to restore the highway, which is a vital supply route to the Kashmir Valley. However, the prolonged closure has resulted in over 2,000 vehicles stranded and has begun to impact essential supplies. Reports indicate a significant increase in the prices of poultry and other essential goods in the Valley due to the disrupted supply chain. The administration has not yet announced the estimated reopening time of the highway.

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