The North News
Chandigarh, December 31
All schools across Punjab will remain closed until January 7 due to severe cold and dense fog, the state government has announced. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said the decision was taken on Wednesday following directions from Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, keeping in view the health and safety of students and staff.
The closure applies to all government, aided, recognised and private schools across the state. He cited the continuing drop in temperatures and reduced visibility caused by fog as key reasons behind the move. The minister said schools will reopen on January 8 and resume classes as per the regular schedule.
