Punjab Schools Reopen
Punjab to reopen schools for classes V to XII from tomorrow
Chandigarh/UNI: Punjab School Education Minister Vijay Inder Singla, on Wednesday, said following the persistent demand of parents, the state government has decided to reopen all government, semi-government and private schools from Jan 7 onwards.
He said the timings of the schools will be from 1000 hours to 1500 hours and students from class V to XII only will be allowed to attend physical classes in the schools
Singla said while giving his nod, Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh directed them to ensure the safety of the children amid Covid-19 pandemic.
He added that following the directions of the CM, all school managements have been asked to strictly comply with the directions of the government specially advisory issued by the health department to avert the threat of contraction of coronavirus.
He informed that the education department had taken feedback from the school heads and besides ensuring safety of the children, they have also suggested the department to reopen the schools before the annual exams for final revision of the students.
"CM Amarinder Singh has launched "Mission Shat Pratishat ' while presiding over a mega event of Smart Phone distribution to the students of class XII on November 07, last year.
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