Kashmir Valley Schools Announce Summer Break Amid Soaring Temperatures

Authorities in Kashmir have announced a 10-day summer vacation for all schools up to senior secondary level due to rising temperatures. The break will last from July 8 to July 17. Temperatures have soared, with the mercury reaching 32.7 degrees Celsius on Sunday, significantly above the seasonal norm.

Authorities in Kashmir have declared a 10-day summer vacation for all schools up to the senior secondary level, amid an ongoing heatwave. The break will take effect from July 8 and continue until July 17, officials disclosed on Monday.

According to an order issued by the Education Department on Sunday, both government and recognized private schools in the Kashmir Division will adhere to this holiday schedule. Furthermore, online guidance will be available for students who require it during the vacation period, the order noted.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the valley has been experiencing unusually high temperatures this summer. On Sunday, temperatures surged to 32.7 degrees Celsius—over three degrees higher than the average for this time of year. Meanwhile, the minimum temperature recorded last night was 21.8 degrees Celsius, which is 4.5 degrees above the seasonal norm, according to the IMD's website.

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