Mon Sep 01 02:50:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Due to heavy rainfall and flooding, several Indian states have extended school closures until at least September 1, 2025. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand have declared holidays for schools and Anganwadi centers. Punjab has extended closures until September 3rd. Jammu Division will remain closed until the 1st of September. Kerala schools are closed for the Onam festival. Other states, including Andhra Pradesh, are monitoring the situation and may extend closures depending on rainfall.

**News Article:**

**Monsoon Mayhem: Schools Across India Closed as Heavy Rains and Floods Continue**

**New Delhi, [Date of Article – e.g., August 31, 2025]** – The start of September is bringing little respite to several Indian states battling relentless heavy rainfall and flooding. Numerous state governments have extended school closures to ensure the safety of students and staff.

Himachal Pradesh has ordered all schools, colleges, and Anganwadi centers to close on September 1st due to heavy rainfall and landslide warnings in districts including Shimla, Bilaspur, Sirmaur, Solan and Una. Uttarakhand is also observing a one-day closure for schools and Anganwadi centers in Dehradun, Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Champawat, Pithoragarh, Haridwar, Pauri, Nainital, Udham Singh Nagar, Tehri, and Almora districts, following warnings of heavy to very heavy rains and lightning from the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

In Jammu Division, schools will remain closed until the first of September, whilst Punjab has extended closures until September 3rd due to ongoing flood conditions. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains made the announcement via X, following the directives of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.

Unlike other states, Kerala’s schools are observing a previously scheduled break for the 10-day Onam festival. States like Andhra Pradesh are closely monitoring the situation and may announce further closures if heavy rainfall persists.

Parents and students in affected regions are advised to stay informed of official announcements from their respective state education departments. As of now, only schools in Kerala and Punjab are closed past the first of September.

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