Belagavi schools, anganwadis to remain shut on July 8 due to heavy rains

BELAGAVI: In view of widespread rainfall across the district, District Commissioner Mohammad Roshan has declared a holiday on Wednesday, July 8, for all Anganwadi centres, primary schools and high schools in Nipani and Khanapur taluks, as well as in Belagavi city and rural areas.

The decision was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students amid continuous rains and waterlogging in low-lying areas.

Since from last 34 days, rain continues in the region, including Khanna pura and other Taluk in Belagavi district, which is causing tension to the low areas. That is the reason the district administration has taken the decision to remain school shut including Anganwadi for the safety of kids and students.

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Authorities also declared a holiday for schools and colleges in Hosanagar and Sagar taluks of Shivamogga district as a precautionary measure for the safety of children.

Due to incessant rain across Hosanagar taluk, Tahsildar Bharat Raj has ordered a holiday for all Anganwadi centres, schools, and PU colleges. Educational institutions have been instructed to compensate for the last working days on upcoming holidays.

As a precautionary measure, a holiday has also been declared today for all Anganwadi centres, primary and high schools in Sagar taluk of the Malnad region.

On the instructions of the Tahsildar, the Block Education Officer of Sagar issued the holiday order. Officials said the decision was taken keeping in mind student welfare, given the cold winds and heavy rain in and around Sagar taluk. They have also been directed to make up for the holiday in the coming days.

Meanwhile, in SN Nagar, Sagar, the roof of autorickshaw driver Manjunath’s house collapsed due to heavy rain. Fortunately, members of the family escaped unhurt. The family spent the night in fear amid rain and the risk of a short circuit.

The affected family has appealed to the government for assistance. They said they have applied for land documents under the 1986 DC order and, if the records are provided, the house can be repaired under the Awas Yojana. Alleging negligence by the City Municipal Council and the administration, the family has urged immediate intervention and a permanent solution. (ANI)