New Delhi, January 5: A severe cold wave coupled with dense fog has forced authorities across several states to extend school closures, as plunging temperatures and low visibility continue to disrupt daily life. With winter conditions intensifying, administrations have prioritised student safety, delaying the reopening of schools after that were earlier scheduled to resume classes this week after winter vacations.

Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh has been among the worst affected states. District administrations in Noida and Ghaziabad, part of the NCR region, have ordered temporary school closures due to dense fog and hazardous commuting conditions. In several districts, schools up to Class 8 remain shut, while in high-alert zones the closure has been extended till January 14 to protect younger children from extreme cold. ICSI CSEET Admit Card 2026 Out: Admission Card for Remote Proctored Exam Released at icsi.edu, Know How To Download.

Jharkhand

In Jharkhand, authorities have suspended academic activities in major cities including Ranchi and Jamshedpur after a yellow alert was issued by the India Meteorological Department. Invoking Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), the state ordered all government and private schools to remain closed till January 6. Schools may, however, conduct examinations or special classes for Classes 10 and 12 if required. ICSI Adds Gaya as New Exam Centre for Company Secretary June 2026 Exams; CSEET Schedule and Format Announced.

Bihar

Several districts in Bihar have suspended morning classes to help students avoid exposure during the coldest hours of the day. Local administrations said the decision will be reviewed daily depending on temperature trends and fog conditions.

Assam

Cold wave conditions have also impacted the northeast. The Assam government has directed all schools across the state to remain closed till January 6 as a precautionary measure amid falling temperatures.

Delhi

In the national capital, most schools are currently observing their pre-scheduled winter vacations. Education officials said an extension of the break may be considered if dense fog and cold conditions persist over the coming days.

Authorities have advised parents to stay updated through official district notifications, as reopening dates remain subject to change based on local weather assessments. Student safety, officials reiterated, remains the top priority amid the ongoing cold wave.

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