Araria Cold Wave: Schools Closed Until Jan 13 for Classes Up to 8th Grade

• Araria district in Bihar is experiencing an extreme cold wave with sharp temperature drops, affecting children's health.
• District Magistrate Vinod Duhan (IAS) ordered the suspension of academic activities for classes up to 8th grade until January 13, 2026.
• The order applies to all government and private schools, pre-schools, Anganwadi centers, and coaching institutes.
• Classes 9 and above can operate from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM; Anganwadi centers will provide hot meals from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
• District administration has arranged bonfires at 48 locations and is distributing blankets to the needy to combat the cold.

Why It Matters: Araria closes schools for junior grades due to severe cold, prioritizing children's health and safety.