Noida Schools Closed: Classes up to 8 suspended until further orders amid cold

“In compliance with the instructions given by the District Magistrate, Gautam Buddh Nagar, in view of the dense fog and extreme cold, there will be a holiday in all the schools (classes from nursery to 8) recognized by all the boards (CBSE / ICSE / IB, UP Board and others) operating in the district with immediate effect till further orders. The said order should be strictly followed,” the order issued on Thursday said.

The mercury dipped below 10 degrees Celsius in Gautam Buddh Nagar on Thursday, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD). A maximum of 17 degrees Celsius was recorded in the district, with the IMD predicting foggy and misty condition. The Met has predicted a low of 8 degrees Celsius on Friday.

(With inputs from PTI)