Punjab Revises School Timings Amid Cold Wave, Excludes Double-Shift Schools

In response to severe cold and dense fog, the Punjab government has revised school timings until January 21, with primary schools operating from 10 am to 3 pm and middle to senior secondary schools from 10 am to 3:20 pm. However, double-shift government schools remain excluded from this change, causing concern among educators and parents about young children's safety during early morning classes. Teachers' unions have reported low attendance and urged authorities to consider suspending classes for younger students amid harsh weather.