20 Districts Shut Schools as Severe Cold Wave Grips State

RAJASTHAN WINTER ALERT

JAIPUR – A brutal cold wave and a thick blanket of dense fog have paralyzed daily life across Rajasthan, prompting district administrations in 20 districts to order an immediate suspension of school classes. The move aims to protect young children as temperatures in several parts of the state have plummeted below 5°C.

 Primary Schools Hit Hardest: In the capital city of Jaipur, District Collector Jitendra Kumar Soni has ordered all government and private schools to remain closed for students from Pre-Primary to Class 5 until January 10, 2026.

 Middle School Breaks: For students in Classes 6 to 8, the holiday period is currently set until January 8, 2026. Extended Closures: Sri Ganganagar has implemented one of the longest breaks, with schools for Nursery to Class 5 remaining shut until January 12.

District-Wise Snapshot

| Districts Affected | Impacted Classes | Duration/Reopening Jaipur | Nursery to Class 5 | Closed until Jan 10,Jaipur ,Classes 6 to 8 | Closed until Jan 8,Sri Ganganagar | Nursery to Class 5 | Closed until Jan 12 ,Kota | Classes 1 to 8 | 1-Day Closure (Jan 6), Baran, Bundi, Dausa | Classes 1 to 8 | Reopening Jan 7/8 ,Hanumangarh, Sikar | Classes 1 to 8 | Varies (check local orders).

Severe Weather Conditions

The Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for dense fog and cold waves across the Jaipur division, Alwar, Churu, Sikar, and Jhunjhunu.

  Visibility Crisis: Early morning visibility in many districts has dropped to below 50 meters, making travel hazardous.

  Temperature Drop: Mount Abu continues to record temperatures near the freezing point, while cities like Sikar and Churu are shivering under intense "Cold Day" conditions.

Important Note for Parents & Staff

While students are on holiday, district authorities have clarified that teachers and administrative staff must report to work as usual. Board examinations and pre-scheduled practicals for senior classes (9–12) will generally proceed as planned, though some districts have shifted timings to start as late as 10:30 AM.

> Pro-Tip: Weather conditions are being reviewed daily. If the cold wave persists, further extensions are expected later this week.