School timings for students of Classes 1 to 8 have been revised across Noida and Greater Noida following persistent heat conditions in the region. The District Basic Education Officer of 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, recognised, 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 continue following the order until fresh directions are issued.Revised timings to remain in forceAccording to the district administration, the change has been introduced to reduce students’ exposure to high daytime temperatures. The revised schedule limits school hours to the morning, when temperatures are comparatively lower, as heat conditions continue across the region.
Noida schools shift Classes 1 to 8 timings as heat prompts district order
The District Basic Education Officer has instructed all educational institutions covered under the order to ensure full compliance. The revised timings will remain effective until the administration announces any further changes.Heatwave conditions continue across north IndiaThe decision comes as several parts of north India continue to experience above-normal temperatures following a delay in the advance of the southwest monsoon. Hot and humid weather has persisted across 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.Advisory issued for students and residentsOfficials have advised people to avoid direct exposure to the sun during peak afternoon hours and to remain adequately hydrated while following heat-related advisories issued by the authorities.The India Meteorological Department has indicated that conditions are becoming favourable for the southwest monsoon to advance further across north India. The expected progress of the monsoon is likely to bring relief from the prevailing heat conditions in the coming days.The revised school schedule will continue until the district administration reviews the weather situation and issues fresh instructions regarding regular school timings.
