Several schools and colleges in Delhi changed their plans for Saturday, 10 October 2026, citing security concerns and travel disruptions ahead of a protest announced at Jantar Mantar, according to a PTI report.
What changed
- Sardar Patel Vidyalaya moved classes for Grades 6-12 online and postponed its Activity Week inauguration.
- Raghubir Singh Junior Modern School rescheduled its Saturday parent-teacher meeting.
- Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Mehta Vidyalaya cancelled Saturday sports practice and enrichment classes for Grades 9-12.
- Bharati Vidyapeeth's College of Engineering and Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology moved their 10 October mid-term exams to Monday, 12 October.
These were decisions by individual institutions, not a citywide closure. Delhi Police also asked the Delhi Metro to close entry and exit gates at 57 stations, so commuting in central Delhi may be affected.
What parents in Delhi should do
- Check your school's official app, SMS or email for today's instructions.
- Avoid central Delhi routes and plan extra travel time if your child must travel.
- Do not rely on forwarded messages; confirm with the school directly.
- College students should check their institution's notice for revised exam dates.
Clear, quick communication from schools matters on days like this. When choosing a school, ask how it informs parents during emergencies. Compare schools on PickMySchool.
Source: Business Today (PTI), 9 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Were all Delhi schools closed on 10 October 2026?
No. Individual schools and colleges changed plans, such as moving classes online or rescheduling exams; it was not a citywide closure.
What should Delhi parents do during such disruptions?
Check the school’s official app, SMS or email, avoid affected central Delhi routes, and confirm with the school rather than relying on forwarded messages.
