In response to severe heatwave conditions, all Government, Provincialized, and Private schools in Kamrup Metro will remain closed from September 24 to 27, 2024. The decision comes after numerous alarming reports of students experiencing fainting spells and other health issues due to soaring temperatures and dehydration.
The directive, issued by the Office of the District Elementary Education Officer cum District Mission Coordinator of the Axom Sarba Siksha Abhijan Mission, highlights repeated incidents of heat-related illnesses among students. Approval for the temporary closure was granted by the District Commissioner of Kamrup Metro.
“Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students is our top priority,” the official statement declared, stressing the importance of mitigating the adverse effects of extreme heat on students.
Schools are scheduled to reopen on September 28, 2024, unless new health advisories indicate otherwise.
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