Schools in Assam’s Flood-Affected Districts to Reopen After August 15

Guwahati, August 12: Assam’s Education Minister Ranoj Pegu announced on Tuesday that schools in the flood-affected districts of Sivasagar, Nazira, and Charadeiv are likely to resume classes after August 15, provided the floodwaters recede and necessary repairs are completed.

The minister noted that over 150 schools in these districts remain submerged or severely impacted due to floodwaters, mud, and accumulated silt. Many educational institutions were caught in the flood, leading to significant mud and silt deposits in school premises, classrooms, and surrounding areas once the waters receded.

Officials indicated that the current condition of the campuses makes it challenging for students and teachers to return immediately. Minister Pegu stated that the education department is assessing the situation of the affected schools and taking steps to make the campuses safe for reopening.

According to the minister, classes will restart after August 15 based on ground conditions and the progress of restoration work. This decision comes as many areas in Upper Assam continue to grapple with the effects of a fresh wave of flooding.

While water levels have begun to recede in several locations, concerns remain about waterlogging and damage to public infrastructure in many affected areas. This disruption has particularly impacted educational activities, preventing schools in flood-hit regions from functioning normally.

Education officials are now focusing on clearing the accumulated mud and silt and repairing school campuses before resuming regular academic activities. The department is also expected to assess whether basic facilities, such as classrooms and access routes, are suitable for students and teachers.

Significant disruptions have been observed in the affected districts, as floodwaters have infiltrated residential areas and public institutions, forcing residents to concentrate on relief efforts and relocating to safer places.

Officials stated that the decision to reopen schools will be based on local conditions rather than a fixed date, prioritizing the safety and readiness of the campuses. The state government is monitoring the situation in flood-affected areas and coordinating restoration efforts as people gradually return to normalcy.

For students in Sivasagar, Nazira, and Charadeiv, the delay in reopening schools means that academic activities will only commence once their schools are cleaned and deemed operational. The education department is expected to continue monitoring the condition of the affected campuses in the coming days before making a final decision on reopening individual institutions.