Sikkim schools closed: Govt directs schools to conduct online classes
Schools closed in Sikkim: The Sikkim government has directed schools in the flood-affected region to hold online classes for students from classes 9 to 12. This directive aims to make up for lost teaching time due to the closure of educational institutions until October 15, following flash floods.
The Sikkim government initially closed schools for four days following flash floods on October 4, which wreaked widespread devastation in the mountainous state. The shutdown was later extended to October 15, and all public and private schools, colleges, universities and other educational institutions were placed under the order.
Sikkim shifts to online classes for senior students as schools remain closed
The official circular said, “As you are aware, the week-long closure of schools has resulted in significant academic loss and therefore keeping in mind the interests of the students and to mitigate/offset the impact of this closure, all private and government high schools and higher secondary schools in the state are advised to hold online classes for grades 9-12 whenever possible during this closure period.”
Schools in Sikkim closed due to cloudburst
The Sikkim Education Department has ordered the closure of all private and government schools in four districts due to the cloudburst that has caused widespread destruction in the state. According to the order, schools in Pakyong, Gangtok, Namchi and Mangan districts will remain closed. Several stretches of National Highway 10 connecting West Bengal to Sikkim were also washed away and many roads were also blocked. At least 70 people lost their lives in the accident, and 80 others are still missing. The total number of affected population is 87,300, the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority said.
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Source: HIS Education