SRINAGAR: Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Wednesday said that the decision regarding revised school timings after the summer break is likely to be reviewed in view of the weather forecast and feedback from parents.
Speaking to reporters in Baramulla, Itoo, acknowledged the inconvenience caused but defended the earlier decision, citing extreme heat as the main reason.
“We are grateful as we had all been praying for rain for a long time. The heatwave had reached a level that, I believe, Kashmir has rarely experienced before. Thankfully, the weather has changed significantly,” she said.
She added that the early morning schedule was introduced to protect students from heat-related discomfort while ensuring the academic calendar remained on track. “Our intention was to ensure that their education does not suffer. Since the academic session has already been changed, we wanted to minimise further disruption,” she said.
“In view of improved weather and public feedback, the government is open to reconsidering the timing. We will do whatever we can to ensure that students’ learning continues without interruption and in comfort,” she added. (KNO)
