Delhi School News Today: The cold grip of winter has prompted an extension of school closures in Delhi, affecting students from nursery to Class 5. Education Minister Atishi announced the decision in response to prevailing cold weather conditions in the national capital. This update comes on the heels of a retraction by the Delhi government regarding a prior order to extend the winter vacation in local schools.
Delhi School News Today – School Closure Extension:
Effective immediately, schools in Delhi will remain closed for the next five days for students from nursery to Class 5, according to the announcement made by Education Minister Atishi on Sunday. The Directorate of Education in Delhi assured that further directives on the winter break would be communicated in due course.
Delhi School News Today – Official Order Reversal:
Delhi School News Today : A recent official order, dated January 6, 2024, which had initially extended the winter vacation, was promptly withdrawn. The updated directive stated, “Order No.DE.23(3)/Sch.Br./2024/18 dated: January 6, 2024, regarding the extension of Winter Vacation stands withdrawn with immediate effect. Further orders in this regard may be issued in due course.”
Delhi School News Today – Weather Conditions in Delhi:
Saturday witnessed Delhi shrouded in grey, foggy conditions, with the daytime peak temperature reaching a mere 15.2 degrees Celsius and the early morning low settling at 8.9 degrees. In a glimmer of relief, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) anticipates a rise in temperatures over the next two days, coupled with the possibility of light rain on Tuesday. Officials also predict the abatement of cold day conditions by Sunday.
Extended Holidays in Noida and Greater Noida:
Delhi School News Today: Simultaneously, the Gautam Buddh Nagar administration has directed schools in Noida and Greater Noida to extend holidays for students up to Class 8 until January 14. This decision is in response to the dense fog and severe cold weather conditions prevailing in the region. The order, issued by District Basic Education Officer Rahul Panwar, applies to all schools recognized by the state board, CBSE, ICSE, IB, and others.
Weather Forecast for Western Uttar Pradesh:
Delhi School News Today :Parts of western Uttar Pradesh, including Gautam Buddh Nagar, are experiencing single-digit minimum temperatures. The minimum temperature in Gautam Buddh Nagar recorded at 9 degrees Celsius on Saturday is expected to hover between 9 and 13 degrees Celsius over the next six days. The IMD has issued a cold wave and fog warning for western Uttar Pradesh, emphasizing the need for precautionary measures.