With temperatures rising sharply across Madhya Pradesh, a prominent teachers’ association on Tuesday urged the Bhopal district administration to revise school hours for students' safety.
In a letter to the District Collector, the local chapter of Government Teachers’ Association expressed concern over children—particularly younger ones—facing health issues due to the soaring heat. The group requested that school timings be shifted earlier in the day.
The association noted that several districts, including Bhopal, are witnessing high temperatures even in the morning. Such conditions, they said, could harm students’ physical and mental well-being if not addressed swiftly. They proposed that schools function from 7:00 AM to 12:30 PM, citing this as a practical way to shield students from peak afternoon heat. The shift, they believe, will significantly ease children’s discomfort.
