District Administration on Alert Amid Heatwave: Morning School Schedule in Nuapada Till June 20

Nuapada, 17/06 With schools across the district set to reopen on Wednesday after the summer vacation, the Nuapada district administration has taken an important step in view of the prevailing heatwave conditions and oppressive weather. Prioritizing the health and safety of students, District Collector Madhusudan Das has ordered a temporary change in school timings from June 18 to June 20. According to an order issued by the District Education Officer, all government, government-aided, and private schools in the district will function from 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. during this period. The decision has been taken to protect students from rising temperatures and the adverse effects of extreme heat during the later part of the day. The revised schedule will apply not only to regular schools but also to primary, upper primary, secondary, and higher secondary institutions, including Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Eklavya Model Residential Schools, and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas operating within the district. The district administration has directed all headmasters and principals to strictly adhere to the revised schedule and ensure adequate arrangements for drinking water, rest, and other essential facilities for students. Special emphasis has been placed on safeguarding students from heat-related illnesses and maintaining a safe learning environment during the ongoing heatwave conditions. It is noteworthy that over the past several days, Nuapada and other parts of western Odisha have been experiencing high temperatures accompanied by increased humidity, resulting in uncomfortable and sultry weather conditions. In light of these circumstances, the decision to introduce morning school hours has been widely welcomed by parents and members of the education community. The administration’s move is being viewed as a timely and responsible measure aimed at balancing academic activities with the health and well-being of students during the ongoing summer heat.