School timings for students of Classes 1 to 8 have been revised in Noida and Greater Noida following the persistent heat conditions in the region. The District Basic Education Officer Gautam Buddh Nagar has directed all schools to operate from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM with effect from June 29, 2026, until further orders.The revised schedule applies to government, government aided, recognized, CBSE, ICSE, Madrasa and all other board affiliated schools in Gautam Buddh Nagar district. School authorities have been instructed to implement the revised timings without exception and to continue following the order until new directions are issued.Times revised to keep in forceAccording to the district administration, the change was introduced to reduce the exposure of students to the high temperatures of the day. The revised schedule limits school hours to mornings, when temperatures are comparatively lower, as hot conditions continue across the region.
Noida schools change classes from 1 to 8 hours as heat imposes order in district
The District Basic Education Officer directed all educational institutions covered under the order to ensure full compliance. The revised timings will remain effective until the administration announces any further changes.Heat wave conditions continue in north IndiaThe decision comes as many parts of northern India continue to experience above-normal temperatures following a delay in the advance of the southwest monsoon. Hot and humid weather has persisted in parts of Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and Rajasthan over the past few days.The prolonged spell of heat has led authorities in several districts to introduce precautionary measures aimed at protecting children and other vulnerable groups from prolonged exposure to extreme weather conditions.Advice issued for students and residentsOfficials advised people to avoid direct exposure to the sun during peak afternoon hours and to stay adequately hydrated while following heat advisories issued by authorities.The India Meteorological Department has indicated that conditions have become favorable for the southwest monsoon to advance further into northern India. The expected progress of monsoon is likely to bring relief from the prevailing hot conditions in the coming days.The revised school calendar will continue until the district administration reviews the weather situation and issues new instructions regarding regular school times.
