Punjab to reopen schools for students of classes 5 to 12 from tomorrow

Chandigarh, Jan 06: The Punjab government on Wednesday decided to reopen all schools from tomorrow for students of classes 5 to 12.

State Education minister Vijay Inder Singla said following the persistent demand of parents, the state government has decided to reopen all government, semi-government and private schools from January 7 onwards.

In a statement here, Singla said the timings of the schools will be from 10 am to 3 pm.

The students only of classes 5 to 12 will be allowed to physically attend their classes, said the minister.