J&K Schools Shut For Two Days After Pakistani Drone Intrusion Attempts Along LoC

Last Updated:March 02, 2026, 1:57 PM IST

School Holiday News: Schools across J&K will remain closed for two days after Pakistani drone intrusion attempts along the LoC.

Schools in Kashmir closed for two days after drone intrusion attempts were reported along the LoC. (PTI)

Schools across Jammu and Kashmir will remain closed on March 2 and 3 after multiple Pakistani drone intrusion attempts were reported along the Line of Control. The decision was taken as a precaution keeping student safety in view.

The Directorate of School Education Kashmir issued an order delaying the reopening of schools up to Class 8, which were scheduled to resume after winter vacations.

“In the interest of administration and safety of students, it is hereby ordered that all Government and Private Recognised Schools of Kashmir Division shall remain closed on 2nd & 3rd March, 2026,” the order stated.

The move follows an incident early Sunday morning in the Poonch sector, where the Indian Army foiled an attempt by two to three small quadcopters to enter Indian airspace along the LoC. The intrusion occurred between 5:45 am and 6 am. Army personnel carried out counter-drone action, forcing the quadcopters to retreat, officials said.

Security agencies have reported several drone sightings along the Line of Control and the International Border in recent days, leading to heightened surveillance and monitoring by the Army.

CBSE Postpones Class 10, 12 Board Exams In Middle East

At the same time, tensions in West Asia have escalated after joint missile strikes by Israel and the United States on Iran under operations named Operation Roaring Lion and Operation Epic Fury.

In view of the security situation, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Sunday postponed board examinations scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2026, for Class 10 and Class 12 students across the Middle East. The decision applies to CBSE-affiliated schools in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

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In a notice, CBSE Controller of Examinations Dr Sanyam Bhardwaj said the Board will review the situation on Tuesday, March 3, and announce fresh exam dates and decisions regarding examinations scheduled from March 5 onwards.

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