Schools and colleges in Kashmir will remain closed for the next two days, Education Minister Sakina Itoo said on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Speaking to Srinagar-based Greater Kashmir newspaper, Itoo said the decision was taken keeping in view the prevailing situation in Kashmir. “We have decided to keep schools and colleges closed for two days.
Primary schools were scheduled to reopen on March 2, 2026 after more than two months of winter vacation.
The latest development comes after widespread protests erupted in several parts of Kashmir on Sunday following the killing of Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israeli strike, PTI news agency reported, citing officials.
Consulting for the media
Meanwhile, the Pulwama Police has asked all media, journalists, social media users, digital platforms and general public to be responsible in reporting or sharing any information related to law and order, security issues or public gatherings in the district, ANI reported.
Police advised the media to verify information from official, authorized sources. They warned that rumours, unverified information or speculative reports could cause unnecessary panic, lead to public confusion and affect peace and normalcy. They further urged the media to adhere to professional standards and rely only on verified updates issued by the district police while sharing information.
“Pulwama police make it clear that any person or organization found deliberately spreading misinformation or attempting to disturb public order through misleading content will face appropriate legal action in accordance with law,” the news agency quoted a police statement as saying.
“We require the cooperation of all citizens in ensuring peace, stability and social harmony throughout the district,” they added.
Protests in Jammu and Kashmir
Many people in Jammu and Kashmir staged a protest outside the headquarters of the United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP) in Srinagar on Sunday following the news of the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes.
The protests remained peaceful as participants displayed pictures of Khamenei and banners showing support for Iran. Black flags, portraits of the Ayatollah and traditional mourning chants (Nauha) were performed on the streets of Srinagar, ANI reported.
In Bandipore, protesters carried portraits of the deceased cleric, expressing grief and condemnation over the incident. Earlier, similar protests were held in Budgam and Srinagar over the killing of Iran’s supreme leader.
