RAMBAN, April 20 – Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district on Sunday ordered the closure of all educational institutions for April 21 following heavy rainfall and flash floods triggered by a cloudburst earlier in the day.
The directive, issued by Deputy Commissioner Ramban, applies to all government and private schools, colleges, and technical education institutions in the district.
“In view of inclement weather and heavy rain causing flash floods, all Govt and Private Schools, Colleges & Technical Education Institutions of district Ramban shall remain closed on 21.04.2025. Stay indoors, stay safe!” DC Ramban wrote on social media platform X.
The announcement follows a cloudburst near the Chenab Bridge in the Dharamkund area, which led to flash floods that claimed three lives and caused extensive damage to residential structures. Emergency services responded swiftly, rescuing between 90 and 100 people trapped in the affected area.
Relief operations and damage assessments are currently underway, officials said.
The district administration has urged residents to remain indoors and exercise caution as the region continues to experience adverse weather conditions.
The Chenab Times News Desk