Viral Fever Prompts Temporary Closure of Four Deniyaya Schools

Four schools within the Deniyaya Education Zone have been temporarily closed for May 7th and 8th, 2026, due to a rapidly spreading viral fever among students. The decision was made by Deniyaya Zonal Director of Education, Nishaka Hettigoda, based on recommendations from health authorities to prevent further transmission. The affected institutions are Deniyaya Central College, Deniyaya Rajapaksa Maha Vidyalaya, Deniyaya Saint Matthew's Bilingual School, and Pallekegama Siddhartha Vidyalaya. This step is intended to control the spread of the virus within the school community.