Maharashtra schools, colleges to remain closed till July 16 in rain-hit areas

Last Update: 13 July 2022 at 7:47 PM IST

Schools closed till 16 July (Representational Image)

Schools closed till 16 July (Representational Image)

Pune city and district have been receiving heavy rains for the past few days and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rains.

All schools, colleges and other establishments in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district will remain closed till July 16, except those carrying out essential functions, in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district, officials said on Wednesday. Earlier, in view of the red alert (warning of very heavy rain), the administration had ordered the closure of schools and colleges from July 10 to 13. District Collector Sanjay Meena on Wednesday extended the order till July 16.

Officials said all schools in Pune city as well as in the neighboring Pimpri Chinchwad area will remain closed on Thursday due to the forecast of heavy rains. It has been raining heavily in Pune city and district since last few days. India The Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rain on Thursday as well.

“As predicted by the Meteorological Department, Thursday (July 14) has been declared a holiday for all citizen-run, private, aided and unaided primary, secondary and higher secondary schools in Pune municipal limits, One said. Release issued by the Education Department of the Municipal Corporation. The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) also declared a holiday on Thursday. A similar announcement would be made in the rest of the district as well, an official said.

read all breaking news, today’s fresh newswatch top videos And live TV Here.