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Gautam Buddh Nagar Shuts Schools Up to Class 8 Through Jan. 15 as Fog and Cold Persist

A January 9 directive applies across school boards in the district, warning that violations will draw action.

Overview

  • Physical classes are suspended for Nursery through Class 8 across CBSE, ICSE, IB, UP Board and other institutions in the district until January 15.
  • Officials on Sunday confirmed an extension from January 10 to January 15, formalized in a January 9 order by Basic Education Officer Rahul Pawar under the district magistrate’s directions.
  • Schools have been told to keep online communication channels active to update parents, and authorities have cautioned that breaches will be penalized under rules.
  • Classes for students above Grade 8 may continue with revised timings or local instructions, with further decisions tied to updated weather assessments.
  • Noida recorded 16°C maximum and 4.4°C minimum on Sunday with morning visibility below 600 metres, and forecasters expect cold wave conditions and fog to persist in the near term.