Jharkhand Schools Shut Jan 6-8 Amid Intense Cold Wave, Student Safety Prioritized

• All Jharkhand schools (pre-nursery to Class 12) to close from January 6 to 8, 2026, due to severe cold wave.
• Decision impacts all government, non-government aided, minority, and private schools across the state.
• Minimum temperature in Dhanbad recorded at 12°C, with cold winds and dense fog posing health risks to students.
• Teachers and non-teaching staff must report for non-academic duties during the closure period.
• Schools can conduct pre-board exams at their discretion with departmental secretary approval.

Why It Matters: Jharkhand prioritizes student health by closing schools due to severe cold, allowing exam flexibility.