Severe Cold Wave Shuts Schools in UP, Bihar for Days

• North India, including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, is gripped by a severe cold wave and dense fog, reducing visibility.
• District administrations have ordered school closures across multiple districts to protect students from extreme cold and commuting hazards.
• Uttar Pradesh closures include Prayagraj and Mainpuri (classes 1-8, Dec 24-30), Sambhal (Nursery-12, 2 days), Lucknow (Nursery/pre-primary till Dec 27, 1-8 revised timings), and Varanasi (up to class 5, 2 days).
• Bihar closures include Patna (up to class 8 till Dec 26) and Samastipur (classes 1-8 till Dec 27); some pre-scheduled exams will proceed.
• Orders apply to all educational boards; strict action will be taken against non-compliant schools, with weather expected to worsen.

Why It Matters: Schools in UP and Bihar close for days due to severe cold wave and dense fog, prioritizing student safety.