Jammu Winter Vacation: Due to extreme cold weather conditions, the winter vacation in Jammu has been extended till January 27, 2024. The order has been issued for all schools up to 12th standard in summer zones of the region. Check details here
School Closing Updates: Due to the severe cold waves, the Directorate of School Education in Jammu (DSEJ) has announced the extension of winter vacation for all schools in the Jammu division. As per the official orders, Jammu schools for classes up to 12th will remain closed till January 27, 2024. However, students participating in Republic Day rehearsals are expected to continue attending practice sessions.
The recent directive marks the sixth order issued by the DSEJ, responding to the ongoing extreme cold conditions in the region. As per TOI reports, the official order released by the Directorate states, “In view of prevailing extreme cold conditions and continuation to a previous order, all the schools up to 12th class functioning in summer zones of Jammu division shall observe vacations from January 22 to January 27, 2024.”
The directive outlines the responsibility of heads of institutions to ensure the preparation for the upcoming Republic Day celebrations. The order emphasises, “However, students practicing for participation in Republic Day celebrations shall continue to come for the rehearsal, and the Heads of Institutions shall ensure that all the arrangements for the Republic Day Function are in place, including enthusiastic participation of the students.”
Jammu Winter Vacations
Earlier, the DSEJ had already extended winter vacations in the Jammu region until January 19 for summer zone schools. Earlier, on January 14, the vacations were extended until January 17, but only for students up to Class 8. It was also directed that schools would operate from 11 am to 3 pm during the extended vacations.
Earlier, on January 6, the DSEJ had extended winter vacations for schools in the summer zone until January 12, 2024. However, teachers were required to resume their duties starting January 8, 2024.
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