With the cases of COVID-19 declining in the state, Haryana Government on Tuesday decided to reopen the schools for classes X to XII from February 1 onwards. However, the students who want to continue with online classes would be allowed to do so. At present, the students are attending online classes in the state.
Education Minister Kanwar Pal Gujjar said that after reviewing the situation, it has been decided to reopen the schools for classes X, XI and XII from February 1. Instructions in this regard have been issued to district education officers and others. They have been directed to ensure strict compliance of COVID-19 appropriate behavior, he said.
He said 75 percent children (15-18 years) have been given the first dose of COVID vaccination in the state and it has been decided to reopen the schools for students of class X-XII. The decision for other classes will be taken later after reviewing the situation again, he said.