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Patna Schools Closed for Young Kids Until Jan 16 Amid Severe Cold Wave

The Patna district administration has ordered all government and private pre-primary schools to remain closed until January 16 due to severe cold wave conditions. Classes from first standard onwards will operate with revised timings, starting at 9:00 AM. The decision, aimed at protecting young children from cold-related illnesses, has been welcomed by parents and teachers. The administration will review the situation and may extend the closure if the cold wave intensifies.

Key Points: Patna Pre-Schools Closed, Class Timings Changed Due to Cold

  • Pre-primary schools closed until Jan 16
  • Classes 1+ to start at 9 AM
  • Precaution against cold-related illnesses
  • Action warned against violators
  • Situation under regular review
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Bihar: Pre-schools in Patna closed until Jan 16; classes 1 and above timing changed

Patna district orders closure of all pre-primary schools until Jan 16 and changes timings for higher classes as cold wave grips Bihar.

"The decision was made with consideration for the health and safety of young children - District Administration"

Patna, Jan 13

In view of the prevailing cold wave conditions in Bihar, the Patna district administration has taken a significant decision regarding school operations once again.

Patna District Magistrate Tyagarajan S.M. has ordered the closure of all government and private schools for children below Class 1 until January 16.

According to the order, students in Play School, Nursery, LKG, and UKG will not be required to attend classes during this period.

However, classes from Class 1 onwards will be conducted from 9:00 AM, while special courses and examinations related to the matriculation exam will continue as scheduled.

The district administration stated that the decision was made with consideration for the health and safety of young children, who are more susceptible to cold-related illnesses.

Over the past several days, temperatures have continued to fall, with extreme cold conditions prevailing particularly during the early morning and evening hours.

The DM's office has directed all school managements-both government and private-to strictly comply with the order, warning that administrative action will be taken against violators.

Officials emphasised that the measure is purely precautionary and aimed at preventing seasonal illnesses, such as colds, coughs, and fevers, among young children.

Parents have broadly welcomed the decision, stating that sending small children to school in severe cold poses health risks.

Teachers also expressed support, noting that limited school hours help balance academic continuity while ensuring student safety.

The district administration has clarified that the situation will be reviewed regularly. If the cold wave intensifies, the closure period may be extended, while an improvement in weather conditions could lead to a revision of school timings.

Currently, the order is applicable in Patna district, and students in classes below Class 1 will remain at home until January 16.

Earlier, schools for Classes 1 to 5 had been closed until January 13, and the latest order further extends relief for younger children amid worsening winter conditions.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good step, but what about the working parents? It's a last-minute announcement. Schools and offices should coordinate better for such closures. Managing a toddler at home with work is a real challenge.
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Aman W
Finally, some proactive thinking! The cold in North India is no joke. Kids in LKG/UKG are too small to handle this. Hope other districts in Bihar and UP also take similar measures.
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Sarah B
As a teacher, I fully support this. It's impossible to teach when half the class is sniffling and unwell. The 9 AM start for older classes is also a relief. Safety and health should always be the priority.
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Vikram M
The government schools often don't have proper heating. This is a necessary step. But they must ensure the syllabus is covered later without rushing. Quality of education shouldn't drop because of this.
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Kriti O
Good decision for health, but I hope the administration is equally prompt in taking action against private schools that might still charge full fees for this period. They should be monitored strictly.

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