Srinagar, Mar 3 (KNS): The government of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday ordered the closure of all educational institutions in the Kashmir division till March 7 as a precautionary measure following protests in parts of the Valley.
Education Minister Sakina Itoo said the decision was taken to ensure the safety of students amid the prevailing situation.
“All schools, colleges and universities in Kashmir will remain closed till March 7,” Itoo told reporters, adding that the situation was being closely monitored and a decision on reopening would be taken after reviewing ground conditions.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
The decision comes in the wake of protests reported from several areas after the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in joint US-Israeli strikes.
The fresh closure comes shortly after educational institutions had resumed academic activities following the winter break.(KNS).