Uttar Pradesh Schools Closed Due to Heavy Rain and Waterlogging

School Closures Across Uttar Pradesh

In response to severe rainfall, waterlogging, and storm alerts, schools in Uttar Pradesh will remain closed. The district administrations have prioritized student safety, declaring a holiday for schools on Saturday, September 26, 2026, due to ongoing rain and water accumulation on roads and in residential areas. Official orders have been issued in Lucknow, Pilibhit, Prayagraj, and Amethi, among others, following warnings from the weather department.

Districts such as Amethi, Mirzapur, Lucknow, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Pilibhit, Gonda, and Balrampur have announced school closures due to heavy rain alerts.

Ambedkar Nagar: All Schools Closed
In Ambedkar Nagar, District Magistrate Isha Priya has declared a holiday for all schools (Classes 1 to 12) on September 26. This order applies to all government, private, aided, and recognized schools in the district. School principals and headmasters are instructed to ensure compliance with this directive, emphasizing the safety of children during adverse weather.

Sitapur: Comprehensive School Closure
In Sitapur, all schools from Nursery to Intermediate will be closed, including teachers and staff. The DM's order mandates that all government and private schools adhere strictly to this instruction.

In Deoria, the Basic Shiksha Adhikari has announced a holiday for all schools from pre-primary to Class 12 on September 26, emphasizing that safety is paramount and violations will lead to strict action.

Agra: School Closure Order Issued
Due to deteriorating weather conditions, all schools in Agra will remain closed. DM Manish Bansal has ordered a complete suspension of teaching activities across all schools, prioritizing student safety.

Hamirpur: Advisory Issued
DM Ashok Kumar has issued an alert regarding continuous rainfall, suspending classes for all schools (Classes 1 to 12) on September 26. The public is advised to avoid unnecessary travel and stay away from waterlogged areas.

Unnao: School Closures for Classes 1 to 8
In Unnao, the district administration has declared a holiday for all schools (Classes 1 to 8) due to ongoing heavy rainfall. The BSA has emphasized compliance with this order.

Kannauj: School Closure Directive
In Kannauj, all schools (Classes 1 to 8) will remain closed as per the DM's directives, ensuring the safety of children.

Raebareli: Comprehensive School Closure
In Raebareli, all schools from pre-primary to Class 12 will be closed on September 26 due to weather alerts. The DIOS has issued a directive for strict adherence to this order.

Maharajganj: School Closure Order
DM Gaurav Singh Sogarwal has ordered the closure of all schools (up to Class 12) in Maharajganj due to continuous rainfall.

Mainpuri: School Closure for Classes 1–12
In Mainpuri, all schools will be closed tomorrow due to heavy rain, with strict instructions for compliance.

Varanasi: School Closure with Teacher Attendance
In Varanasi, all schools will be closed, but teachers are required to report for duty.

Jaunpur: School Closure for Classes 1–8
In Jaunpur, all schools for Classes 1 to 8 will be closed, with strict enforcement of the order.

Bareilly: Alert and School Closure
In Bareilly, schools for Classes 1 to 8 will remain closed due to heavy rain warnings, with preparations in place for potential emergencies.