Punjab Floods: Schools, Colleges and Universities to Remain Shut Till September 7

Chandigarh : Amid the worsening flood situation in Punjab, the state government has announced that all educational institutions will remain closed till September 7. This includes government, government-aided, recognized, and private schools, colleges, universities, and polytechnic institutes.

Schools in Punjab have already been closed since August 27, while colleges, universities, and polytechnic institutes were shut from September 1. Considering the continuous rainfall and rising floodwaters, the closure has now been extended further.

Government’s Decision

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains shared the update on social media platform X, stating that the decision was taken under the directives of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. He said, “Keeping in view the flood situation across Punjab, all educational institutions will remain shut till September 7.”

Skill Development Institutes Also Closed

Employment Generation and Skill Development Minister Aman Arora also announced that the Armed Forces Preparatory Institutes in Mohali, all Skill Development Centres, and C-PYTE camps across the state will remain closed till September 7.

He emphasized that the move was taken as a precautionary measure to safeguard trainees, staff, and other stakeholders, while also allowing the administration to focus on relief and rescue operations in flood-affected regions.

Appeal for Cooperation

The minister urged students, parents, and citizens to cooperate with the government’s decision and follow the guidelines issued by the state and local authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of all.