Chandigarh Schools Closed Until Jan 17 Due to Severe Cold Wave

• Chandigarh administration extends school holidays for government and private schools until January 17.
• Decision aims to protect children from severe cold wave affecting North India.
• Online classes will be conducted for students from classes 1 to 8, 9, and 11; teachers must report to school.
• Classes for 10th and 12th grades will continue with revised timings (9:30 AM - 3:30 PM).
• Punjab schools to reopen on January 15, with potential for further holiday extensions.

Why It Matters: Chandigarh schools remain closed until January 17 due to extreme cold, with online learning for most grades.