Purnia Schools Closed Until Jan 12 Due to Severe Cold; Classes 9+ Exempted

• Purnia district administration has ordered closure of schools due to severe cold wave and Orange Alert.
• All government and private schools from Nursery to Class 8 will remain closed until January 12.
• Classes for students in Class 9 and above can be conducted from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
• The decision aims to protect children's health amidst continuously dropping temperatures and biting cold.
• The Meteorological Department predicts continued cold, affecting normal life across Bihar and other regions.

Why It Matters: Purnia schools for Nursery to Class 8 are closed until Jan 12 due to severe cold, with partial relief for higher grades.