School Holiday on August 22:
As heavy rainfall and weather disruptions continue to affect various parts of India, students and parents are anxiously awaiting updates on whether schools will remain closed on August 22, 2025 (Friday). Here’s a breakdown of the situation across different states.
In the past week, several states like Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu, Karnataka, and Kerala have declared school holidays due to heavy rains and flooding. The ongoing monsoon has forced authorities to close schools temporarily, with constant updates leaving students and parents in uncertainty. However, the situation is improving, and most schools are expected to reopen on August 22.
State-wise School Holiday Status
Maharashtra:
Mumbai and nearby areas, including Thane and Navi Mumbai, faced severe rainfall, leading to school closures earlier this week. However, as the weather warnings have been downgraded, schools in these areas are expected to reopen, unless weather conditions take a sudden turn.
Karnataka:
The Krishna River basin region has experienced heavy rains, causing flood-like situations. While some areas are still at risk, schools in less-affected districts will likely resume on August 22. However, last-minute closure orders might still be issued in areas facing severe conditions.
Himachal Pradesh & Jammu:
Monsoon-induced flash floods had earlier led to school closures in both states. As the situation stabilizes, most schools are expected to resume normal operations on August 22, although localized disruptions may still occur.
Kerala:
Thrissur district had faced school closures due to heavy rains earlier this month, but no further closures are expected. Schools are expected to reopen as scheduled.
Other States (Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Uttarakhand):
In these states, no new school closure orders have been issued, and schools are expected to operate normally on August 22.