As harsh winter conditions tighten their grip, state governments and education departments are prioritising student safety by suspending in-person classes. Dense fog, poor visibility, biting cold and fluctuating air quality have disrupted daily routines, especially morning school hours.
Authorities have advised parents and students to stay alert for further updates, as reopening dates may change depending on weather forecasts.
All schools closed until January 15, 2026
Winter vacation extended due to cold wave, fog and air quality concerns
Gautam Buddh Nagar & Ghaziabad: Schools up to Class 8 closed till January 10
Lucknow: Schools up to Class 8 closed till January 8
Varanasi: Classes up to Class 8 suspended January 7–9
Schools up to Class 8 closed till January 11
Classes 9 and above to function from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm starting January 9
Winter holidays declared for all schools January 1–15
Schools to reopen on January 16
All schools closed till January 13
Classes resume on January 14
Schools up to Class 8 reopen on March 1
Higher classes resume on February 22
Extended closures due to sub-zero temperatures
Jaipur: Schools up to Class 5 closed till January 10; Classes 6–8 reopen January 9
Jalore: Schools up to Class 5 closed till January 10
Telangana: Sankranti holidays extended till January 16, schools reopen January 17
Tripura: Schools closed January 6–10
Jharkhand: Statewide school holidays declared till January 8
Education departments across states have reiterated that health and safety take precedence over academic schedules. With cold wave conditions expected to persist in several regions, further extensions or timing revisions remain possible.
Parents are advised to:
Monitor official school and district notices
Avoid sending children out in dense fog or extreme cold
Ensure adequate winter clothing and protection once schools reopen
As winter intensifies, flexibility in school operations is likely to continue in the days ahead.
