In the last days of December, North India is experiencing severe cold, a cold wave, and dense fog. The consistent drop in temperatures and extremely low visibility in the mornings have disrupted everyday life and school education. With the health and safety of students in mind, several state governments and district administrations have issued orders to close schools, extend holidays, and change school timings. Meanwhile, in most states of South India, schooling continues as usual due to normal weather conditions. (AI Generated Image)
Uttar Pradesh is facing the most severe cold weather. Minimum temperatures have dropped significantly in many districts, raising concerns about children’s safety. Consequently, the state government has ordered all schools from kindergarten through class 12 to remain closed until January 1, 2026. This order applies to all schools affiliated with the CBSE, ICSE, and UP Boards. Many schools have scheduled winter vacations starting January 1st, so some are offering online classes to help students complete their studies before the holidays. Meanwhile, Basic Education Council have declared a 15-day winter vacation from December 31, 2025, to January 14, 2026. (Representational Image/File)
In Bihar, the district administration has taken precautionary measures in response to the cold weather. In Patna, schools for students from pre-school to 8th grade have been ordered to remain closed until December 30, 2025. However, schools will remain open for students in grades 9th to 12th, but their timings have been adjusted. Classes are now being held from 10 AM to 3:30 PM. The administration has also clarified that pre-board and board examinations will be conducted as scheduled. (Representational Image/Getty)
In Jharkhand, due to the intense cold and cold wave, the government has extended school holidays to provide relief to students. Temperatures have dropped significantly in many areas, including the capital, Ranchi, increasing the risk of illness for young children. As a result, all government and private schools from KG to 12th grade have been instructed to close offline classes until December 31, 2025. The administration has clarified that no regular classes will be held during this period. (Representational Image/Getty)
Meanwhile, government and private schools are operating as per their regular schedule in most areas of south India such as Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala. In Kerala, a local holiday has been declared in some areas of Thiruvananthapuram district on December 30 and 31. All educational institutions and government offices in Chirayinkeezhu and Varkala taluks will be closed on December 31, 2025, due to the 93rd Sivagiri pilgrimage. The pilgrimage will be held from December 30 to January 1. However, the administration has clarified that public and board examinations will be held as scheduled. (Representational Image/File)
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