District Basic Education Officer Rahul Panwar issued the order and applies to schools across board affiliations.
“In compliance with the instructions given by the District Magistrate, Gautam Buddh Nagar, in view of the dense fog and extreme cold, there will be a holiday in all the schools (classes from nursery to 8) recognized by all the boards (CBSE / ICSE / IB, UP Board and others) operating in the district with immediate effect till further orders. The said order should be strictly followed,” the order stated.
There is no clarity on whether online classes will be held for students.
The mercury dipped below 10 degrees Celsius in Gautam Buddh Nagar on January 2, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
A maximum of 17 degrees Celsius was recorded in the district, with the IMD predicting foggy and misty conditions.
The Met has predicted a low of 8 degrees Celsius on Friday.
