Purnia Schools Closed Until Jan 7 Due to Severe Cold Wave; DM Issues Order

• Purnia District Magistrate Anshul Kumar ordered closure of all government and private schools, pre-schools, Anganwadi centers, and coaching institutes up to class 8.
• The closure is effective from January 4 to January 7, 2024, due to intensifying cold and a cold wave warning.
• Classes for students in grades 8 and above will operate with revised timings, from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
• The decision was made under Memo 2486 and Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023 to protect students' health.
• DM Anshul Kumar urged the public to take precautions and wear warm clothing during the severe cold.

Why It Matters: Purnia DM ordered schools up to class 8 closed until Jan 7 due to cold, with adjusted timings for higher grades.