Archive · 22 Jul 2026
J&K Extends School Vacations Due to Heat
The government of Jammu and Kashmir has extended the summer vacations for schools in the Kashmir Division and the winter zones of Jammu Division until July 26, 2026.
This decision was made because of the very hot weather.
Initially, the vacations were supposed to start on July 6, 2026, and schools were to reopen on July 18, 2026.
However, due to the extreme heat, the authorities decided to keep the schools closed longer.
Parents and students are happy because they get more time to relax, but school officials are worried about how this will affect the school year.
Jammu and Kashmir government extends summer vacations for schools in Kashmir and winter zones of Jammu until July 26, 2026.
Initial vacation start date was July 6, 2026, with planned reopening on July 18, 2026.
Extreme heatwave conditions prompted the extension of school closures.
Sakin Itoo announced the extended closure on July 20, 2026.
Parents and students are relieved, while school authorities are concerned about the academic calendar.
- Who
- Government of Jammu and Kashmir
- What
- Extended summer vacations for schools
- When
- Announced on July 20, 2026, effective until July 26, 2026
- Where
- Kashmir Division and winter zones of Jammu Division
- Why
- Due to intense heatwave conditions
Parents and Students
School Authorities
Vacation Extension
Parents and Students
Parents and students are relieved as the extended vacation provides more time for leisure and family activities.
School Authorities
School authorities are concerned about the academic calendar and the potential disruption to the educational schedule.
- Announcement Date
- July 20, 2026
- Initial Vacation Start Date
- July 6, 2026
- Initial Reopening Date
- July 18, 2026
- Extended Closure Date
- July 26, 2026
- Affected Regions
- Kashmir Division and winter zones of Jammu Division
- Reason for Extension
- Intense heatwave conditions
