Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Heatwave Leads to School Schedule Changes in Assam
Schools in Kamrup Metro, Assam, are changing their hours because of the heat.
All schools will start at 7:30 a.m.
until June 16th.
This change includes all schools and aims to keep students safe from the hot weather.
Assemblies will be held inside, and outdoor activities are cancelled.
Many parents and teachers are not happy with these changes and suggest alternative ways like earlier summer breaks, infrastructure improvements, or online classes.
The goal is to keep the students safe during the extreme heat.
Assam schools are adjusting schedules due to intense heatwave conditions.
District Commissioners can reschedule school hours based on local weather.
Kamrup Metro schools have new timings from June 11 to June 16.
Morning assemblies move indoors; outdoor activities are suspended.
Parents and teachers express concerns about the effectiveness of schedule changes.
- Who
- All schools in Kamrup Metro, Assam.
- What
- Adjusted school timings and safety measures due to a heatwave.
- When
- Starting June 11, 2024, until June 16.
- Where
- Kamrup Metro, Assam.
- Why
- To reduce students' exposure to high temperatures.
Critics of Schedule Changes
Supporters of Schedule Changes
Effectiveness of Timings
Critics of Schedule Changes
Parents express concern over reduced sleep time and ineffectiveness of new timings.
Supporters of Schedule Changes
Authorities aim to protect students by reducing their exposure to high temperatures during the hottest part of the day by rescheduling the school hours.
Infrastructure Challenges
Critics of Schedule Changes
Teachers say there is a lack of infrastructure such as air conditioning and overcrowded classrooms which creates a difficult learning environment
Supporters of Schedule Changes
Authorities acknowledge the necessity of infrastructure improvements but aim to prioritize students' safety through modified schedules.
- Affected District
- Kamrup Metro, Assam
- Start Date
- June 11
- End Date
- June 16
- Start Time
- 7:30 a.m.
- School End Times
- L.P. Schools: 11:30 a.m., M.E. Schools: 12:00 noon, H.S./H.S.S. Schools: 12:30 p.m.
