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Heavy Rain Triggers School Closures on August 21, 2026 – State‑wise Updates
✍️ Jagran Josh
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 02:36 AM
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Heavy rain across several Indian states on August 21 has led to school closures, with education authorities issuing holiday notices and providing state‑wise updates.
The Indian Meteorological Department issued severe weather alerts for August 21, 2026, as monsoon depressions moved westward, bringing intense rainfall to large parts of the country. In response, education departments in multiple states announced that schools would remain closed for the day to ensure student safety.
State‑wise notifications have been released on official portals and through local media. States such as Maharashtra, Karnataka, and West Bengal confirmed full-day holidays, while Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan advised schools to monitor conditions and decide locally based on road safety and waterlogging.
Officials emphasized that the closures are precautionary, citing risks of flooding, disrupted transport, and potential health hazards. Parents have been urged to keep children at home and avoid travel until the weather stabilises.
The holiday notice is expected to be reviewed later in the day, with updates to be posted if any region deems it safe to reopen schools for the following day.
State‑wise notifications have been released on official portals and through local media. States such as Maharashtra, Karnataka, and West Bengal confirmed full-day holidays, while Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan advised schools to monitor conditions and decide locally based on road safety and waterlogging.
Officials emphasized that the closures are precautionary, citing risks of flooding, disrupted transport, and potential health hazards. Parents have been urged to keep children at home and avoid travel until the weather stabilises.
The holiday notice is expected to be reviewed later in the day, with updates to be posted if any region deems it safe to reopen schools for the following day.