Holiday declared in Panchkula: Schools, Colleges, ITIs, and Sports stadiums to remain shut
Babushahi Bureau
Panchkula (Haryana), September 3, 2025: Amid continuous heavy rainfall and the looming threat of floods, waterlogging, and damage to life and property, the District Disaster Management Authority, Panchkula, has issued a crucial order.
District Magistrate-cum-Chairperson Monika Gupta (IAS), exercising powers under Section 34 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, announced that on Thursday, September 4, 2025, the following institutions will remain strictly closed across the district:
- All government and private schools
- Anganwadi centres
- Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)
- Colleges
- Polytechnic institutions
- Sports stadiums
Authorities have urged citizens to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary movement during the heavy rainfall spell.
Strict Action for Violations
The order further states that any violation will attract action under the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. All concerned departments have been directed to ensure strict compliance with immediate effect.
The measure has been taken as a preventive step to safeguard public safety and minimize risks arising from incessant rains in the district.