Schools Closed in India, Pakistan Amid Heavy Rains

Schools in multiple regions of India and Pakistan have been shut down due to heavy rains and safety concerns. In Mizoram's capital Aizawl and Kolasib district, schools have been closed since Tuesday due to torrential rainfall causing landslides and other hazards. Similarly, Tripura has declared a shutdown of schools for two days following severe flooding that has left thousands homeless. Hyderabad also saw school closures on August 20 and 21 due to continuous heavy rains since Tuesday. Meanwhile, in Islamabad, schools were closed due to security concerns over scheduled political rallies and protests.