J-K Kerala Maharashtra Schools Closed Until December 14 for Holidays
The school education departments in Jammu and Kashmir, Kerala, and Maharashtra have announced closures affecting various educational institutions. These holidays are primarily due to local body elections, extreme weather, and ongoing protests in the respective states.
Jammu and Kashmir Schools Closed for Winter Vacation
The Jammu and Kashmir school education department has declared winter vacations for all classes from pre-primary to 12th in the winter zones. Schools will remain closed from December 8 until December 14.
Additionally, all educational institutions will cease operations on December 25 for Christmas. Most schools are slated to resume classes after vacations, with the teaching faculty expected to return to schools by February 20.
Winter Vacation Details
- Pre-primary: Until February 28
- Classes 1 to 8: December 1 to February 28
- Classes 9 to 12: December 11 to February 22
Kerala Schools Closed for Local Body Elections
In Kerala, all schools will close until December 11 to facilitate local body elections. The results for 1,199 local bodies are expected to be announced on December 13. Voters in seven districts started voting at 7 AM today.
Maharashtra Schools Affected by Teachers’ Strike
Maharashtra is witnessing school closures due to an ongoing teachers’ and staff strike in the Marathwada region. This strike is in response to mandatory Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) requirements. Many schools expect to remain closed for the week as protests continue, particularly in preparation for the Class 10 board exams.
However, schools in Mumbai are anticipated to operate as scheduled.
Impact of Weather on Schools in Southern States
In the southern states, persistent rain from Cyclone Ditwah has led to school closures in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh. Schools in these areas are expected to be closed from December 8 to December 13, although there has been no formal announcement regarding these closures. Local authorities encourage families to maintain contact with schools for updates.
These developments highlight the significant impact of electoral activities, weather conditions, and labor disputes on the academic calendar in several Indian states.
