Amidst ongoing winter conditions in Shimla, the district administration has confirmed that all schools in the area will remain open today. Deputy Commissioner Shimla, Anupam Kashyap, announced that there will be no holidays or closures due to snowfall.
According to the DDMA (District Disaster Management Authority) status report issued at 7:30 AM, most roads across the district are operational, with sand-spreading work underway to address slippery surfaces in shaded and snowbound areas. Here’s the key update:
- Shimla (U): Roads open, with sand spreading underway.
- Shimla (R) & Theog: Certain areas near Dhalli and Fagu Kufri remain snowbound but restoration work is progressing.
- Kotkhai, Rohru, and Jubbal: Fully operational.
- Kumarain: NH-05 restoration in progress; detours being utilized.
Public transport, including HRTC buses, is plying normally in non-snowbound areas, and electricity and water supply remain unaffected. Essential machinery has been deployed to ensure road safety and timely restoration.
The district administration has advised commuters to drive cautiously in snow-prone zones and assured continuous monitoring of the situation to avoid disruptions in routine activities.
For parents and students, this update clarifies any doubts regarding school closures. The authorities remain committed to maintaining normalcy amidst the weather challenges.
Road Updates in Shimla: Restoration Work in Progress
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