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Jammu Orders Sept. 1 School Shutdown as Rains Trigger Warnings, JKBOSE Delays Class 10 and 11 Exams

Authorities move to protect students as forecasts warn of heavy downpours with landslide risk into early week.

Overview

  • All government and private educational institutions across Jammu Division will remain closed on Monday, September 1.
  • JKBOSE postponed private bi-annual exams for Class 10 and Class 11 Part I scheduled for September 1, with new dates to be announced.
  • The IMD projects moderate to heavy rain with thunderstorms and gusty winds on September 1–2, with heavy rainfall likely on September 3.
  • Officials urged students and parents to avoid non‑essential travel due to the ongoing weather hazards.
  • The Jammu–Srinagar national highway remained closed for a sixth day, leaving thousands of vehicles stranded as restoration work continues.