Himachal School Holiday 2026: After the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Shimla issued an orange alert in Sirmaur district, all educational institutions, including schools, colleges, Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), and anganwadi centres, will remain closed on July 29, 2026, in the Nahan subdivision of the Sirmaur district. Predicting heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, flash floods, and landslides, the Himachal Pradesh administration has taken this decision to ensure the safety of the students, teachers, and other school staff in view of the weather warning issued for the region.
IMD Issues Risk Of Flash Floods In Seven Districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of flash floods in seven districts, including Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Sirmaur and Solan for the next 24 hours. Residents are advised to remain indoors and keep basic requirements such as food, a first-aid kit, medicines, etc with themselves.
As per the State Emergency Operation Centre, 178 roads have been closed across Himachal Pradesh due to landslides and flash floods. So far, 107 water supply schemes and 62 electricity transformers have been damaged because of the heavy rains.
SDM Announced School Closure
Taking into account the prevailing weather conditions, the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Nahan, Rajiv Sankhyan, announced the school closure late on Tuesday through an official order. The administrative order applies to all government and private educational institutions operating within the subdivision, following the forecast of continued rainfall, the condition of roads, and the possible disruption to public transport services.
Exam Schedule Will Remain Fixed
However, the administration has clarified that the pre-scheduled examination will remain unchanged despite the closure of the schools. Students appearing for the exam are advised to follow the necessary procedures prescribed by their respective institutions while travelling. Stay vigilant and follow the schedule as announced before.