According to officials, Patna School Timings Changed for students up to Class 5 in all government and private schools. The district magistrate directed that academic activities for these classes must stop after 12:30 PM. The rule also applies to pre-primary sections and Anganwadi centres.

The order came after temperatures in Patna touched around 40°C, raising concerns about children’s health and safety. Authorities said prolonged exposure to heat can increase the risk of heatstroke for young students.

The directive will remain effective from April 21 to April 25, 2026. School administrations must adjust their schedules immediately to follow the order.

Officials also warned that temperatures may rise further in the coming days. If the heatwave intensifies, authorities may review school schedules for higher classes as well.

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The decision applies to all government and private schools in Patna district. Officials said the temperature remains very low, and dense fog continues during morning hours. These conditions make it unsafe for small children to travel to school.

Earlier, schools up to Class 8 were closed only for a few days. However, weather conditions did not improve, forcing authorities to extend the closure till 30 December.

Students from Class 9 onwards will continue attending school. Their school timing has been changed to reduce exposure to extreme cold. Classes will now run from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. Board and pre-board exam preparations will continue as scheduled.

Parents have welcomed the move and called it a necessary step for children’s safety. Schools have been advised to follow further instructions if weather conditions worsen.

The weather department has predicted cold winds and dense fog in Bihar over the next few days. Citizens have been advised to take precautions and avoid early morning travel.

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