Educational institutions to remain closed till July 31 in J-K: Govt

Government on Sunday extended the closure of educational institutions till July 31 in view of the deadly virus (COVID-19).

“All schools, colleges, universities and technical education, skill development institutions and private tuition centres shall remain closed for the said period for physical class work,” reads an order issued by Member Secretary State Executive Committee.

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Teachers have been asked to continue online classes from their home only.

However, higher educational institutions shall be allowed to seek physical presence of minimal staff for research work.