The monsoon is in full swing this year. While heavy rains are providing relief from the heat in many parts of the country, in some areas, these rains have become a disaster. Roads are flooding, and low-lying areas are flooded.
New Delhi: The monsoon is in full swing this year. While heavy rains are providing relief from the heat in many parts of the country, in some areas, these same rains have become a disaster. Roads are flooding, and low-lying areas are flooded. As a result, millions of children and parents have one question on their minds: will schools be closed on Monday, August 3, 2026? Discussions about the holiday are rife on social media, but let’s understand the actual situation.
There is no major order for a holiday on August 3.
Currently, no orders have been issued to close schools nationwide or for any individual state on August 3. While the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for several states, the decision regarding a holiday rests with the state government or district administration.
If a district experiences excessive rainfall, waterlogging, or flooding, the district magistrate may announce local school closures. Therefore, it’s important to rely only on official information from your district administration, education department, and school.
In which states did IMD express the possibility of heavy rain?
According to the IMD, rainfall will continue in many parts of the country for the next four to five days. Around August 3rd, isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall is possible in eastern and western Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Punjab, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and northeastern Assam, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh.
Heavy rain, accompanied by lightning and strong winds, is also likely in these areas. In particular, Bihar is under a very heavy rainfall alert for some areas on August 3rd. Continuous rain is forecast in Uttar Pradesh from August 3rd to 6th. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR is expected to remain cloudy and receive light rain.
Can I get a last minute leave?
Yes, this is possible. It has been observed many times in the past that district administrations close schools as a precautionary measure after overnight rain or morning flooding. Therefore, if you live in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Himachal, Uttarakhand, or any district in the Northeast, be sure to check your school’s or district administration’s website and social media handles before leaving home on Monday morning. Children’s safety is paramount. Do not leave home without proper information during bad weather.