JAMMU, Sep 10: After days of disruption caused by relentless rains and widespread flooding, normalcy began to return in Jammu as schools reopened on Wednesday across the division. The resumption of classes comes as a relief to thousands of students and parents, who had been grappling with uncertainty since the unprecedented spell of bad weather last week.
The Jammu Division administration had earlier ordered the closure of all government and private schools on September 4, acting on weather warnings issued in the wake of heavy rainfall. The precautionary move was necessitated by landslides in several hilly districts, waterlogging in low-lying areas, and the heightened risk posed to students commuting to educational institutions.
Officials noted that the decision to suspend classes was aimed purely at safeguarding children, teachers, and staff, as the safety of the student community remained the foremost priority. In certain flood-affected pockets where accessibility continues to be a challenge, schools have been advised to maintain online classes as an interim measure to ensure that learning is not severely hampered.
While reopening schools signals a gradual return to routine life, authorities have reiterated their appeal for continued caution, particularly in vulnerable hilly stretches where landslide risks remain. The administration has assured that necessary safety protocols are in place and that the situation will be closely monitored in coordination with local education and disaster management officials.