Schools to reopen for Classes III, IV from Jan 27 on parents' demand

Tribune News Service

Chandigarh, January 20

School Education Minister Vijay Inder Singla today said following the persistent demand of parents, the state government had decided to reopen all schools for Classes III and IV from January 27.

He said as per the nod given by Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh, students of Classes I and II would be allowed to attend schools from February 1. “Timings will remain the same, from 10 am to 3 pm, and parents will have to provide written consent before sending their wards to schools,” he said.

Singla also directed the education department officials and school managements to ensure proper cleaning of premises and classrooms and follow the Covid-19 safety norms strictly as per the guidelines of the government.

“Detailed guidelines will also be issued soon to all district education officers and will be circulated to all government, aided and private schools,” he added.

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