Operation Sindoor: Are schools in Kashmir, Jammu and Punjab closed today? Kashmir University exams postponed
It is important to note that all exams of the Kashmir University scheduled on May 7, have also been postponed. All Educational Insititues in 3 Kashmir Districts Shut
'Considering the present situation education institutions, schools, colleges in Baramulla, Kupwara and Gurez will remain closed for today. Authorities have urged the public to remain alert and stay calm, while follow official advisories as a precautionary measure,' Kashmir Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri stated, local news media reported.
Further, in its own statement, the Kashmir University said that all examinations scheduled for today, May 7, 2025, stand postponed. 'Fresh date for the conduct of postponed papers shall be notified separately,' it added.
All educational institutions in five border districts of the Jammu will remain closed on Wednesday in the wake of prevailing situation in the region, officials said. 'In view of the prevailing situation, all schools, colleges and educational institutions in Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Rajouri and Poonch will remain closed today,' Divisional Commissioner Ramesh Kumar said on X. Punjab: Schools in Ferozepur, Pathankot, Amritsar to remain closed
The authorities have also ordered closure of all schools in border districts of Punjab's Ferozepur, Pathankot in the wake of tension between India and Pakistan.
The Ferozepur Deputy Commissioner issued an order that all schools in the district will remain closed on Wednesday, officials said, adding that all schools in Pathankot will also remain shut for the next 72 hours.
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