Jaipur, Aug 28
In view of heavy rainfall and waterlogging in Jodhpur, the district administration has declared a holiday for students in all educational institutions, including schools and colleges, on Thursday.
District Collector Gaurav Agarwal issued the order late Wednesday under Sections 30 and 34 of the Disaster Management Act 2005.
The decision follows heavy rainfall on August 27, which caused severe waterlogging in several areas.
According to the Meteorological Department, moderate to heavy rainfall is also expected in the coming hours, which could further aggravate the situation.
As per the order, all government and private schools, coaching institutes, and Anganwadi centres will remain closed for students.
However, teachers, officers, and staff members are required to attend and perform their scheduled duties as usual. The administration has urged parents to avoid sending children outdoors unnecessarily and to take all necessary precautions to ensure safety during the ongoing rain and waterlogging.