The District Magistrate of Lucknow has announced that due to the severe cold weather conditions, the winter holidays for schools have been extended. An official order has been released stating that all schools up to class 8, including government, non-government and private schools, will remain closed until January 13. Previously, the closure was only announced until January 10. Classes 9 to 12 will operate from 10 am to 3 pm during this period. The state government has also shared guidelines to follow during this period.
According to the guidelines,
The schools should ensure the safety of the students from cold waves while resuming school during this period. Also, the schools have been directed to use a Heater to maintain the temperature of the class. Also, the schools have been directed to conduct the classes in the classroom not outside of the class. The students will be free to wear their civil dress to keep their bodies warm. Schools have been asked to conduct online classes if possible. It should be noted that this extension is only for students. The teachers and other staff members will have to attend the schools as usual.