Srinagar: The government on Sunday decided to reopen all educational institutions in the Kashmir region on Monday.
The decision comes a week after the government had ordered the closure of all educational institutions as a precautionary measure following the situation in West Asia.
Education Minister Sakina Itoo told KNO that the schools, colleges and universities in all districts of the Kashmir region will reopen on Monday.
“After taking a review of ground situation, we have decided to reopen the educational institutions in all districts of Kashmir from Monday,” she said.
Previously a week back, the government had ordered closure of schools and colleges across Kashmir region in order to ensure the safety of the students.
Pertinently, schools upto 8th standard will reopen tomorrow following the winter break of more than two months.
Earlier on February-23, schools from 9th to 12th standard classes resumed academic activities in Kashmir division and winter zones of Jammu division following a winter break of over 70 days.
Meanwhile, Director School Education Kashmir, Naseer Ahmad Wani, today clarified that all schools across the Kashmir division will reopen tomorrow as per the already notified schedule, dismissing rumours circulating on social media regarding any delay in reopening.
The Director urged parents and the general public not to pay heed to unverified information being shared online, stating that no change has been made to the reopening schedule after the winter vacation.
He further extended a warm welcome to students from Classes 1st to 8th, who will be attending school tomorrow on the first day after the winter break. Emphasizing the importance of a positive start to the academic session, the Director directed all Heads of Institutions (HOIs) and teaching staff to receive students warmly and ensure that the reopening day is conducted in accordance with the previously issued guidelines and instructions.
The School Education Department reaffirmed its commitment to providing a supportive and welcoming environment for students as they return to their schools after the winter vacation.
