Lucknow school closure extended till January 10 amid cold wave and dense fog: Timings changed for senior students

Lucknow schools will remain closed until January 10, 2026, as the city continues to experience a severe cold wave and dense fog, the District Magistrate has announced. Earlier, schools were scheduled to reopen on January 8, but the new order extends the closure for a few more days. The directive applies to all council schools, primary and upper primary schools, aided schools, schools recognized by all boards, Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls Schools, and other government and non-government aided schools running from pre-primary to class 8.

Students in classes 9 to 12 will now have their classes with new timings. Schools must run classes from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, giving students and teachers safer hours to travel during the dense fog and cold conditions. Authorities have also emphasized that all schools must strictly follow this order.

Who is affected by the closure

The closure affects all schools for younger students, from pre-primary up to class 8. This includes council schools, aided schools, schools recognized by different boards, and Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls Schools. Government and non-government aided schools are also included. The decision has been taken keeping in mind the safety of children, as extreme cold and dense fog can make travel risky. Parents are advised to ensure their children stay safe during this period.

Revised timings for older students

For students in classes 9 to 12, schools will reopen on January 10 but with adjusted hours. Classes will run from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. This change is meant to help students and teachers avoid the early morning fog and cold while continuing their studies. Schools must follow these timings strictly.

Official verification and compliance

The District Magistrate’s office has asked all schools to comply with this order. The notice is official and can be checked on the Lucknow district website: https://lucknow.nic.in.

Parents and students are urged to take precautions during this period. While younger students stay home, older students will attend classes during safer hours to make sure learning continues without compromising safety.