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Heatwave hits India schools states shift timings and cut holidays to protect students from 44C
India
Published on 26 April 2026
Some states are shutting schools temporarily after 44C
An intense heatwave across India is forcing schools to adjust routines as temperatures cross 44°C. Multiple states have moved classes to early mornings, announced early summer vacations, or ordered temporary closures. Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Maharashtra are among those changing school hours, while Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and Tripura have preponed holidays or shut schools to protect students.
- Heat above 44°C is driving school timing changes
- Several states have shifted classes to early mornings
- Some regions preponed vacations or closed schools temporarily
- Rajasthan, UP, Odisha and Maharashtra lead on rescheduling
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