Heatwave: Odisha Reopens Schools, Bihar, UP Adjust Schedules

Several Indian states are adjusting school schedules due to a severe heatwave. Odisha will reopen schools on June 18 after summer break, while Patna, Noida, and Ghaziabad have extended closures or altered class timings to protect students.

Heatwave Disrupts School Operations

In Patna, Bihar, all government and private schools up to Class 5 are suspended until June 20. This decision aims to safeguard young students from high temperatures. Classes for students in Grades 6 to 8 will proceed with strict precautions. Academic activities for these older students must conclude by 10:30 am. These revised timings are in effect from June 15 to June 20.

Bihar was already observing summer vacation from June 1 to June 20. The extended closures highlight the severity of the ongoing heatwave.

Odisha Reopens Schools Amid Monsoon Relief

Odisha is set to resume classes on June 18. The state's summer vacation, which began April 27, will conclude as scheduled. School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond confirmed the reopening. Monsoon conditions have brought some temperature relief to Odisha. Authorities will monitor the weather and may review the decision if temperatures rise again.

Uttar Pradesh Districts Extend Closures

In Uttar Pradesh, districts like Noida and Ghaziabad are maintaining school closures for younger students. Schools in Noida from nursery to Class 8 remain shut indefinitely. Ghaziabad has extended closures for schools up to Class 8 until June 25. These directives apply to all major education boards, including CBSE, ICSE, and UPMSP.

Other states are also implementing measures. Haryana schools are closed until June 30. Delhi schools are on summer break until July 1. Rajasthan schools will remain closed until June 20.

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