Siwan DM Extends School Holidays Amidst Severe Cold Wave, Children Get Relief

• Siwan DM Vivek Ranjan Maitreya extends school holidays for classes up to fifth grade from January 12-14, 2026, due to severe cold.
• Order issued under Section 163 of the Indian Civil Protection Code, 2023, covering all government, private, and Anganwadi centers.
• Classes for grades 6-8 will run from 10 AM to 3 PM; classes for grades 9-12 will continue with cold protection measures.
• Mission Daksh, pre-board exams, and special classes will proceed as scheduled to prevent academic loss.
• Anganwadi centers will operate from 12 PM to 2 PM for hot meal distribution only; hostel students are exempt from restrictions.

Why It Matters: Siwan DM extends school holidays for young children due to extreme cold, prioritizing safety over academics.