Holiday today for schools, educational institutions in Amritsar

In view of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Amritsar Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sawhney on Wednesday issued an order directing the closure of all educational institutions in the district tomorrow (on May 8). This includes schools, colleges, and other academic establishments.

The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff in view of the current situation. Authorities have urged citizens to remain calm and cooperate with the law-enforcement agencies.

While holding a meeting regarding the situation arising out of the Indo-Pak tension in the district, the Deputy Commissioner said a decision will be taken after reviewing the situation.

Earlier today, the schools and colleges were ordered shut as reports of Indian defence force’s air strikes in Pakistan emerged early in the morning. As the order disseminated, parents rushed to pick their wards from schools, creating panic and causing huge traffic jams outside schools.

With the ongoing tense situation and prevailing uncertainty surrounding a potential retaliatory attack by Pakistan against India’s Operation Sindoor, GNDU has announced the postponement of three exams. These exams were scheduled to be held on May 8, 9 and 10. These exams have been postponed and will be rescheduled, with new dates to be assigned in a further notice.

Prof Shalini Behal, Controller of Exams, GNDU, said the university has announced the postponement of three exams scheduled for May 8, 9 and 10.

“We have not been directed to change the examination schedule and till further instructions, the schedule will remain the same,” she said.

The DC appealed to the residents not to pay heed to rumours.