West Bengal Extends School Summer Vacation Due to Heatwave

The West Bengal government has extended the summer vacation for all government schools in the state until May 31 due to a heatwave. This decision impacts primary, secondary, and higher secondary schools, except for those in hill areas. Schools will now reopen on June 1 to ensure student safety.

The West Bengal government has announced an extension to the summer vacation period in all state-run schools until May 31, responding to the severe heatwave conditions across several districts.

This decision by the School Education Department applies to primary, secondary, and higher secondary institutions, excluding those situated in hill areas. Initially, the summer break, which started on May 11, was set to be shorter, but the scorching temperatures necessitated a revision in the academic calendar.

The extension aims to protect the health and safety of students, a department official stated. While government and supported schools must follow this schedule, private educational institutions may adhere to different calendars.