Schools from Nursery to Class 8 in Gautam Buddh Nagar will remain closed on January 16 and 17, 2026, due to dense fog and extreme cold. The district administration warned of strict action against any school violating the closure order.
Noida: Schools up to Class 8 across Gautam Buddh Nagar will remain closed on Friday and Saturday due to dense fog and extreme cold, the district administration said on Friday.
The order, issued by Basic Education Officer Rahul Panwar, said the decision was taken in compliance with the directions of the district magistrate in view of prevailing weather conditions.
"All schools from Nursery to Class 8 affiliated with CBSE, ICSE, IB, UP Board and other boards operating in Gautam Buddh Nagar district shall remain closed on January 16 and 17," the order said, adding that it must be strictly followed.
The basic education officer warned that action would be taken as per rules against any school found violating the order and reopening during the closure period.
Earlier, the district education department had extended the winter break for schools in the district till January 15 amid the cold wave conditions.
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