As winter intensifies across northern India, temperatures continue to plummet, prompting authorities in Noida and other parts of the region to take precautionary measures. The Gautam Buddha Nagar administration has ordered the suspension of classes up to Grade 8 in all schools until further notice.
In a directive issued on January 2, District Basic Education Officer Rahul Panwar addressed school principals, stating that the harsh winter and dense fog make travel hazardous for students.
Acting on the directions of District Magistrate Manish Kumar Verma, the administration advised all schools to remain closed until conditions improve.
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The notice warned that non-compliance could result in strict actions against the school authorities. Previously, schools were instructed to start classes at 9:00 AM due to weather-related concerns.
Widespread Cold Wave
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra has cautioned that western and northern India will face extreme cold in the coming weeks. Uttar Pradesh, for instance, recorded temperatures as low as minus 5 degrees Celsius earlier this week, with Ayodhya witnessing dense fog on January 1.
