Rain, snowfall continue across Jammu region, schools shut in several districts

Rajouri, Apr 8: Inclement weather conditions continued to prevail across the Jammu region, with many districts witnessing light to moderate rainfall for the third consecutive day till Wednesday afternoon.

Almost all the districts of Jammu province experienced rainfall till Wednesday evening, further intensifying the chill and disrupting normal life. Several upper reaches across the region continued to receive fresh spells of snowfall, adding to the prevailing cold conditions.

In Rajouri and Poonch districts, moderate rainfall continued till Wednesday afternoon after which no fresh rainfall has been reported but weather remains cloudy.

Meanwhile, as a precautionary measure, authorities had ordered the closure of all Government and private schools in Kishtwar, Doda and Reasi districts.

Additionally, schools in three zones of Udhampur district also remained shut to ensure the safety of students amid adverse weather conditions.

Officials stated that the decision was taken in view of continuous rainfall and the possibility of further deterioration in weather, while urging residents to remain cautious.