Schools and Colleges Closed in 13 States in January 2022 – Latest List with Classes, Dates

After months of stability and flattening of curve, the country is yet again, experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases. With the impending third wave and a new variant called ‘Omicron’ on the rise, several states and UTs are already imposing curfews and restrictions. All this with the sole intention of curbing the virus spread. Major cities like Delhi and Mumbai are experiencing an exponential increase in COVID-19 infections and hence, they are compelled to look into stringent measures and lockdown. The only silver lining – less deaths being reported daily.

With restrictions and curfews in place, several state/UT governments are shutting down schools and colleges for a fixed or indefinite period. Following is the status of schools in the country –

As of now, only 13 states/UTs out of 28 have imposed a closure of schools and other educational institutions in light of the third wave. However, most states have refrained from closing physical classes for Class 10 and 12 students. Moreover, states are also looking into vaccinating these students before the upcoming board exams.

Governments are planning on conducting a mass vaccination drive and compelling Class 10 and 12 students to get vaccinated against COVID-19 in their respective schools. While this is the idea, an exact action plan has not yet been decided by the respective states/UTs.