Will School Close Today Due to Ash Cloud from Ethiopia Volcano? Check Updates for Delhi, Rajasthan, and Other

The Hayli Gubbi volcano in northern Ethiopia, which had been silent for almost 12,000 years, erupted and then became calm again on Tuesday. But the eruption caused a lot of damage around the area. Many people nearby started coughing because the air was filled with ash and dust.

Health officials said special medical teams had to travel from other parts of the Afar region to help the people living there. As the pollution from the volcano spreads, experts are watching the air quality closely. Because of this, there is a chance that schools may close today due to pollution, and students should stay updated with official announcements.

Delhi School Holiday 2025 Today?

Delhi–NCR witnessed the entry of the Ethiopia Volcano Eruption Ash cloud late Monday night, as confirmed by IMD. Since the plume is travelling at a high altitude, experts believe the surface-level impact is minimal.

Schools in Delhi may close only if the AQI suddenly worsens, visibility drops due to ash settling, or the Education/Home Affairs Department issues a formal safety order. As of now, no such advisory has been released, which means schools are expected to remain open. Parents and students are advised to keep an eye on official notifications from the Delhi Education Department for any last-minute updates.

Rajasthan School Closed Today?

In Rajasthan, the Ethiopian Volcano Ash Cloud entered the region earlier than expected, but IMD reports indicate that its effect near the ground is still limited. Schools in the state may consider closure only if the ash begins to settle at lower levels and significantly affects air quality, or if the Disaster Management Authority issues a safety alert.

At present, there is no indication of a compulsory school holiday. Still, due to the early movement of the plume into Rajasthan, parents and students should stay attentive to announcements from district and state education authorities.

Gujarat & Maharashtra School Holiday Update

Gujarat and Maharashtra were among the first states where the movement of the volcanic ash cloud affected aviation, causing several flight cancellations and diversions. However, this disruption is mainly confined to airspace and not ground-level conditions.

Schools in these states are likely to remain open unless ground-level ash fallout, poor visibility, or a sharp rise in pollution prompts authorities to declare a holiday. Currently, no official directive has been issued, and normal school functioning is expected.

Punjab School Holiday Update

In Punjab, the ash cloud passed through upper airspace with minimal expected impact at the surface, as per IMD assessments. Schools here may be closed only if AQI suddenly deteriorates to hazardous levels or if the Education Department issues a precautionary holiday order. For now, no school closure has been announced in Punjab. Students and parents should continue monitoring updates from district administrations for timely information.

Ethiopia volcano ash cloud has reached multiple regions in India, but its impact remains mostly at high altitude. While schools across Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Punjab are expected to remain open, authorities continue to monitor air quality and visibility closely. Parents and students should stay updated through official state and school announcements.