Jodhpur district administration has announced the closure of all private and government schools, as well as Anganwadis, across the city until further orders. This decision follows heightened tensions and security concerns in the wake of ‘Operation Sindoor,’ launched by the Indian Armed Forces.
District Collector Gaurav Agarwal issued the directive on Thursday, stating, “In view of the current situation, a holiday is being declared in all private and government schools and Anganwadis from today till further orders.”
While the administration has not provided specific reasons for the closures, the move is seen as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff. Local authorities have appealed to residents to remain calm and cooperate with officials during this sensitive time.
Amritsar Conducts Blackout Drills
In a related development, the Amritsar district administration resumed blackout measures as part of a nationwide civil defense drill. The District Public Relations Officer (DPRO) stated on Wednesday that this was to ensure public safety and preparedness.
“Taking utmost caution, the Amritsar district administration has again started the blackout process. Please stay at home, do not panic, and do not gather outside your houses; keep the outside lights switched off,” the Amritsar DPRO said in a statement.
The blackout in Amritsar was part of a nationwide civil defense mock drill ordered by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to check emergency preparedness in case of future threats. The exercise involved scheduled blackouts at key locations across the country.
Speaking about the prior blackout in Amritsar, ASI Jagtar Singh told ANI, “The blackout was between 10:30 pm and 11 pm, for half an hour. The directions are that there should not be any lights on so that the enemy may not know there is a city here. The rehearsal is being done for the interest of the country… Some people are following the blackout, and some are not… The siren was activated, and then there was a complete blackout within two minutes.”
Several other states, including Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Bihar, also observed similar blackouts. Cities such as Barmer, Gwalior, Surat, Shimla, and Patna participated by switching off lights at key buildings and public spaces.
In the national capital, Delhi, Rashtrapati Bhavan and Vijay Chowk also went dark for the drill. Raj Bhavan in Patna participated as well.
FAQs on Jodhpur School Closures and Regional Security Concerns
Why have schools been closed in Jodhpur?
Jodhpur district administration has closed all schools and Anganwadis until further orders due to potential security concerns following India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’.
What is ‘Operation Sindoor’?
The article does not explicitly detail ‘Operation Sindoor’, but it is implied to be a military operation that has led to heightened tensions. You may need to refer to other sources for specifics.
Are these closures limited to Jodhpur?
Yes, the school closures are specifically for Jodhpur. However, the article also mentions blackout drills in other states.
What other security measures are being taken?
Amritsar conducted blackout drills as part of a nationwide civil defense exercise ordered by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Why were blackout drills conducted in Amritsar?
To check emergency preparedness in case of future threats, as part of a nationwide civil defense mock drill.
Which other states participated in the blackout drills?
Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Bihar.
Were any significant buildings affected by the blackouts?
Yes, in Delhi, Rashtrapati Bhavan and Vijay Chowk went dark. Raj Bhavan in Patna also participated.
What is the general mood among residents?
Local authorities have appealed to residents to remain calm and cooperate with officials.
What is the role of the District Collector?
The District Collector of Jodhpur, Gaurav Agarwal, issued the order for school closures.
Where can I find more information about Operation Sindoor?
The article does not provide details on Operation Sindoor. You may need to consult other news sources for more information.