New Delhi, Sept. 7 -- Punjab continues to reel under severe flooding, leaving the northern state paralysed and forcing authorities to shut educational institutions. As per a Punjab government order, all government and private schools, colleges, and universities were directed to remain closed until September 7. Now, the question remains-will the authorities extend the holidays further?

As per the latest order, schools in Punjab will reopen on September 8, but only for teachers and staff, as authorities gear up to restart academic activities after the recent weather disruptions.

The state government has instructed school personnel to be present at their respective institutions to carry out safety inspections, building checks, and cleaning...