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School Holiday Declared on August 24 Amid Weather Alerts for Delhi, Kerala and Other States
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🗓 24 Aug 2026, 11:33 AM
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A nationwide school holiday has been announced for August 24 as the IMD issues rain and weather advisories for Delhi, Kerala and several other states.
The Ministry of Education has confirmed that schools across India will remain closed on August 24. The decision aligns with the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) issuance of rain and weather warnings for several regions, including the capital Delhi and the southern state of Kerala.
IMD's latest bulletin cites the possibility of moderate to heavy rainfall in the mentioned areas, along with gusty winds that could affect daily commuting. Authorities have urged parents and students to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve.
State education departments are coordinating with local disaster management teams to monitor the situation. While the holiday provides a safety buffer, officials remind the public that the weather alerts remain active and to follow any further instructions from local agencies.
The holiday also gives students a brief respite before the upcoming academic term resumes, but schools will resume normal schedules on August 25, provided weather conditions permit.
IMD's latest bulletin cites the possibility of moderate to heavy rainfall in the mentioned areas, along with gusty winds that could affect daily commuting. Authorities have urged parents and students to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve.
State education departments are coordinating with local disaster management teams to monitor the situation. While the holiday provides a safety buffer, officials remind the public that the weather alerts remain active and to follow any further instructions from local agencies.
The holiday also gives students a brief respite before the upcoming academic term resumes, but schools will resume normal schedules on August 25, provided weather conditions permit.