Delhi Schools Extend Winter Holidays for Nursery to Class 8 Amid Cold Wave, Fog

• Delhi schools extend winter vacations for Nursery to Class 8 until January 15, 2026, due to severe cold and dense fog.
• Classes 9 to 12 will continue offline, with safety guidelines issued for their attendance.
• Primary grade exams (Class 2-5) rescheduled to January 19-21, 2026.
• Meteorological Department warns of persistent fog and cold, impacting travel for school transport.
• Similar holiday extensions are seen in North Indian states like Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Jharkhand.

Why It Matters: Delhi extends school holidays for junior classes due to cold, while senior classes continue with safety measures.