Schools Closed:
In response to the severe cold wave, the District Magistrate of Patna has ordered the closure of all schools from class 1 to class 8. This decision prioritizes the health and safety of children. The meteorological department confirmed that Bihar is experiencing a cold wave, with temperatures plummeting to 10°C or lower in various areas. Given the extreme cold, the Patna district administration has mandated that all government and private schools up to class 8 remain closed until January 11.
According to an order issued by Patna's DM Dr. Chandrashekhar Singh, the closure applies to all government and private schools, including preschools and Anganwadi centers, up to class 8. However, teachers are required to report to school at their scheduled times. This measure aims to protect children from the adverse effects of the cold while ensuring that school administrative activities continue.
School Hours Adjusted for Students from Class 9 to 12
Students in class 9 and above will attend school from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. This schedule allows older students to continue their studies without disruption while avoiding the early morning chill.
Source: aajtak
Temperatures Drop to 6.7°C in Parts of Bihar
Dense fog enveloped parts of Bihar during the day, and the meteorological department predicts foggy conditions will persist in several areas over the next two to three days. The most frigid temperature was recorded in Motihari, at 6.7°C, followed by Saran (6.9°C), Dehri (7°C), Samastipur (9.2°C), Vaishali (9.8°C), and Patna (10°C). The cold wave continued to affect other regions, including Saharsa, Banka, Valmikinagar, Darbhanga, and Kishanganj, with minimum temperatures ranging between 10.1°C and 10.5°C.
Schools Closed in Jharkhand Too
The Jharkhand government announced that schools up to class 8 will remain closed from January 7 to 13 due to cold conditions. This directive applies to all schools, including government, aided, minority, and private institutions. While addressing the harsh cold wave, the notification clarifies that classes for students from class 9 to 12 will continue as usual, ensuring higher-grade studies remain unaffected.
