Maharashtra schools in the Vidarbha region may delay their reopening until June 26 due to extreme heat. The original reopening date was June 15. This potential delay is a direct response to record-breaking temperatures across the region.
Heatwave Concerns Prompt School Reopening Delay
The Maharashtra government is considering postponing the start of the school year for Vidarbha region students. High temperatures have persisted well into June. Student safety is the government's top priority.
Minister of State for School Education Pankaj Bhoyar confirmed the possibility of a delay. A final decision will be made after a review meeting. This meeting is scheduled to take place after June 10 . The School Education Department will assess current weather conditions.
Record Temperatures Grip Vidarbha
The Vidarbha region has experienced intense heatwave conditions. Several districts have recorded temperatures significantly above average. Brahmapuri in Chandrapur district reached 47.2°C recently. This location is among the hottest in India.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heatwave alerts for multiple districts. These alerts warn of dangerous temperature levels.
IMD Heatwave Alerts for Vidarbha Districts
| District | Alert Status / Temperature |
| Chandrapur (Brahmapuri) | Recorded 47.2°C |
| Akola | Red Alert |
| Amravati | Red Alert |
| Wardha | Red Alert |
| Nagpur | Orange Alert |
| Yavatmal | Orange Alert / Red Alert |
| Gadchiroli | Severe heat conditions |
| Gondia | High temperature conditions |
| Bhandara | High temperature conditions |
Impact on Education and Other Measures
The severe weather has already disrupted educational activities. Nagpur University moved examinations to morning sessions. This change aims to protect students from afternoon heat. The university also expanded the number of exam centers. This is to facilitate student travel.
Parents and teachers' associations have also voiced concerns. They have requested a delayed school reopening. This is to ensure children's safety during the extreme heat. The Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench previously questioned the state government's decision to reopen schools on June 15 amid high temperatures.
The final decision on the school reopening date will be announced after June 10, contingent on weather patterns across Vidarbha.
