Delhi Schools to Reopen Today? Here's What we Know

The Delhi government has taken significant steps to mitigate the impact of floods in the national capital. In the affected regions, encompassing North East, North West-A, East, North, South East, and Central districts, all private, government, and aided recognized schools were closed until yesterday, July 18. Meanwhile, schools in the remaining districts of the Department of Education (DoE) resumed their operations on Monday, July 17. As of today, July 19, all schools in Delhi are expected to function normally.

During the flood relief efforts, especially in areas close to the Yamuna River, schools in the flood-affected regions of Delhi remained closed for students on Monday and Tuesday. Consequently, the authorities encouraged all affected schools to organize online classes for students during this period. The Delhi government informed the concerned heads of these schools, located in the above-mentioned districts, to communicate with parents or guardians about the option of online classes for their children.

Parts of Delhi experienced inundation as the Yamuna River burst its banks due to heavy rainfall in its upper catchment areas, compelling many residents to evacuate from low-lying regions. However, the situation has shown signs of improvement, with the water level gradually receding in certain low-lying areas, including the roads from Kashmiri Gate to Majnu Ka Tila. According to the Delhi Flood Control Department officials, the water level of the Yamuna River is expected to decrease below the danger mark in the forthcoming days. On July 10, the Yamuna River in Delhi had surpassed the danger mark of 205.33 meters, resulting in severe flooding and the evacuation of over 25,000 people.