The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) has revised educational institution timings across its jurisdiction, taking effect from Monday in response to continuous temperature spikes and intense heatwave conditions. According to an official order issued by the Director of Education in Kokrajhar on August 14, the modified schedule applies to all government, provincialised, and private schools within the BTC area and will remain active until further notice.
Revised Class Schedules by Grade Level
Under the updated timetable, Lower Primary (LP) schools operate from 7:30 am to 11:30 am, while Middle English (ME) schools run from 7:30 am to 12 noon. Meanwhile, classes for High and Higher Secondary schools are conducted from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm. The BTC Education Department emphasized that this decision was prioritized to safeguard the health, safety, and overall well-being of students amidst harsh weather conditions.
Impacted Districts and Official Enforcement
The revised timings cover educational institutions across the entire BTC region, encompassing the districts of Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa, Tamulpur, and Udalguri. The directive, duly signed by Director of Education J.P. Brahma, has been formally dispatched to respective district commissioners, school inspectors, and educational authorities to ensure strict implementation.
Broader Measures Across Assam
This adjustment follows similar actions taken across other parts of the state. Last week, school timings were modified for all government, provincial, self-financed, and private institutions in Bongaigaon district due to persistent soaring temperatures. Schools in that region now begin classes at 7:30 am, with staggered closing times based on grade levels. Furthermore, institutions have been explicitly advised to hold morning assemblies solely in shaded areas and to strictly avoid outdoor activities during peak hours of intense heat.
