Updated On: 29 March, 2025 11:24 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
The decision has been taken to reduce the impact of heat waves. Also, various organisations had requested that classes be held during morning hours, said the order issued by the primary and secondary education department on Friday

Institutes have to provide cool water to students and encourage them to consume seasonal fruits and vegetables, an order by the education dept stated. Representational pic
Amid rising temperatures, the Maharashtra government has directed all schools in the state to hold classes between 7 am and 11.15 am, news agency PTI reported.
In an order dated March 28, the primary and secondary education department stated that all schools, regardless of medium and management, must adhere to this directive.