HP Schools and Colleges Closed: As per the latest update, the Himachal Pradesh State Government has announced the closure of schools, colleges, and all other educational institutions in the state in light of the rising COVID-19 cases. The school and college closure has been announced until 15th April 2021 and a decision about reopening of educational institutions will be announced soon.
The decision to close down educational institutions in the state until mid-of the month was announced by Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Thursday. He also confirmed that the decision was taken by the state cabinet keeping in mind the rising COVID cases in the state.
Earlier, the state government had announced the closure of schools and colleges until 4th April and the recent order has been passed in extension to the earlier order. The decision was taken after reviewing the situation of the pandemic in the state. During the press briefing, Chief Minister pointed out that three districts that border Punjab – Una, Kangra, and Solan, are witnessing a spike in the number of cases. The government has also put some restrictions on social gatherings and enforcement of wearing masks.
HPBOSE Exams from 13th April
With schools and colleges closed due to the rise of COVID-19 cases, there have been several rumors going around about the upcoming board exams of Himachal Pradesh. According to the date sheet released by the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education, (HPBOSE), the HPBOSE 10th and 12th Exam 2021 are slated to commence from 13th April 2021.
Admit cards for the same have also been issued by the state government. But with rising in Coronavirus cases, rumors have hinted that the exam might be postponed. But so far, HPBOSE officially has not announced any such update and therefore students are also advised to follow the original timetable and prepare for the upcoming exams accordingly.