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Patna Schools Shift Timings for Young Students Amid Heatwave Alert

The District Magistrate of Patna has ordered revised school timings for students up to Class 8 due to the intense heatwave. Classes for pre-primary to Grade 5 must end by 11:30 AM, while those for up to Grade 8 must conclude by 12:30 PM. This precautionary measure, in effect from April 22 to 25, aims to protect young students from health risks as temperatures soar above 40°C. The order covers all government and private schools, but leaves schedules unchanged for higher grades.

Key Points: Patna Revises School Timings Till April 25 Due to Heatwave

  • Timings revised for pre-primary to Class 8
  • Order applies to all govt & private schools
  • Aim is to protect children's health
  • Heatwave conditions intensify across Bihar
  • No change for classes above Grade 8
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Patna revises school timings till April 25 amid heatwave, DM orders relief for students

Patna DM orders early closure for classes up to 8th grade as temperatures soar above 40°C. New timings effective from April 22-25.

"academic activities for students from pre-primary to Class 5... must conclude by 11.30 a.m. - Official Order"

Patna, April 21

In relief for school-going children amid the prevailing heatwave, District Magistrate Dr Thiyagarajan S. M. has revised school timings for classes up to Grade 8 across all government and private schools in Patna district.

According to the official order issued on Tuesday, academic activities for students from pre-primary to Class 5 -- including those attending Anganwadi centres -- must conclude by 11.30 a.m. No classes for these grades will be permitted beyond this time.

Similarly, for students up to Class 8, educational activities have been restricted after 12.30 p.m.

However, no changes have been announced for classes above Grade 8, which will continue to function as per the existing schedule. The revised timings will remain in effect from Wednesday, April 22, to Saturday, April 25.

The decision has been taken in view of the rising temperatures and intense afternoon heat, which pose potential health risks to young children.

District authorities stated that the measure aims to safeguard students' health and well-being during the ongoing heatwave conditions.

The daytime temperature in Patna has already touched 40 degrees Celsius. According to the India Meteorological Department, temperatures are expected to rise further in the coming days, raising concerns about an impending heatwave.

Over the past week, the intensity of heat across Bihar has been steadily increasing. In several districts of South Bihar and parts of western North Bihar, the persistent rise in temperature has created conditions favourable for heatwaves and heatstroke.

At least 11 districts in the state have recorded temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius, with the mercury soaring as high as 43.3 degrees in some areas.

In the state capital, Patna, a maximum temperature of 40 degrees Celsius was recorded on Tuesday, approximately 2 degrees above the normal average.

Amid these rising temperatures, the district administration has taken precautionary measures, including revising school timings, to safeguard students from the adverse effects of extreme heat.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good step, but what about children in classes 9 and above? They are also students and face the same heat. The order should have been extended at least till Class 10. Exams are over for most, so there's no need for full-day classes in this scorching heat.
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Aman W
As a parent, I'm relieved. The safety of children comes first. Last week, my daughter had a mild headache after returning from school. This revised timing will definitely help. Thank you to the district administration for acting quickly.
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Sarah B
I'm glad to see proactive measures being taken. The heat is no joke, especially for young kids. I hope schools ensure proper hydration and cool drinking water is available during these shortened hours.
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Vikram M
Acha hai, but only till April 25? The forecast says heat will continue into May. The administration should be ready to extend this order if needed. Also, many school buses don't have AC. That journey itself is a health risk in peak afternoon.
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Kavya N
Finally! A practical decision that puts children's health before rigid schedules. The younger ones are most vulnerable. Hope private schools strictly adhere to this and don't find loopholes to keep kids longer for "activities".

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