New Delhi, April 20 -- The government of Jammu and Kashmir has announced the closure of all schools in Kashmir Valley today, Monday, April 21. The decision, announced by the Jammu and Kashmir education minister Sakina Itoo, comes amid an IMD warning of adverse weather in Jammu and Kashmir, predicting thunderstorm and strong winds.

"In light of the continuing severe weather conditions and forecasts, it has been decided that classwork in all schools of the valley shall remain suspended for one day tomorrow (21st April)," Itoo said in a post on X om April 20.

The minister elaborated that the decision has been taken as a precautionary step to ensure safety.

"This decision has been taken as a precautionary step to ensure the safety and well...