HT Correspondent
JORHAT, June 10: In response to the rising mercury levels and prevailing heatwave conditions, the Jorhat district administration has rescheduled school timings across the district starting Wednesday, June 11. The directive applies to all government, provincialised, and private schools.
As per an order issued on Monday by Inspector of Schools (Jorhat) Buli Gogoi Bhuyan, who also holds charge of the District Elementary Education Officer (DEEO), the decision follows instructions from the District Commissioner and State Government, prioritizing student safety and public well-being.
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Revised School Timings:
Lower Primary (LP) Schools: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Middle/Upper Primary (ME) Schools: 7:30 AM to 12:00 Noon
High and Higher Secondary Schools: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Safety Measures for Schools:
Morning assemblies must be held indoors or in shaded areas.
Schools must ensure availability of clean, safe drinking water.
Students should be encouraged to carry water bottles and drink water every half hour.
“Water bells” should be rung at regular intervals to remind students to hydrate.
Electric fans must be functional, and non-operational units should be immediately repaired or replaced.
Outdoor activities should be suspended during this period.
Students may avoid wearing blazers, waistcoats, and ties. In case of discomfort, sandals may be permitted in place of shoes.
Additionally, the directive states that no street vendors should be allowed to operate near school premises, and students must remain within school campuses during recess.
These timely interventions aim to mitigate the impact of the ongoing heatwave and safeguard the health and comfort of students across Jorhat district.
