Srinagar, Sept 4 (KNS): After a week of disruption caused by heavy rainfall, floods and gusty winds that left several school buildings submerged or damaged, the Directorate of School Education Kashmir on Thursday ordered the resumption of classes in all government and private schools of the Valley from Monday, September 8.

In an order, copy of which lies with Kashmir News Service (KNS), the Directorate said the decision was taken following an assessment of the situation, adding that the onus was on school authorities to ensure that the premises were fit for students to return. “

"It shall be incumbent upon all Heads of Institutions (HoIs) and staff to ensure proper cleanliness and sanitization of classrooms and school premises in advance so that the classwork is conducted in a safe, clean and hassle-free environment,” the order reads.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

The directive comes in the wake of last week’s inclement weather, which caused widespread flooding and damage to infrastructure across Kashmir. Several school buildings were reported to have been inundated, while some structures sustained structural damage.

Officials said the step was taken after reviewing inputs from the field and ensuring that safety inspections would be carried out before sep 08.(KNS)