Schools reopening from October 15 in these states, check the latest updates here

The Centre's Unlock guideline stated that all schools, colleges located outside the COVID-19 containment zone can be reopened from October 15.  

As India entered the fifth phase of unlock since the coronavirus outbreak, the central government has given several relaxations under which it has also allowed states to reopen school from October 15. However, some states are still concerned about the reopening of schools as it can lead to an immediate acceleration in the number of coronavirus cases causing major health risk. 

The Centre's Unlock guideline stated that all schools, colleges located outside COVID-19 containment zone can be reopened from October 15.States like Haryana and Meghalaya are yet to take a decision in this regard. While Delhi, Karnataka, and Chhattisgarh have decided not to open schools yet.

Here's what different states are deciding regarding schools reopening:

Uttar Pradesh: The Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday (October 10, 2020) announced that schools can reopen for class 9 to 12 students from October 19.

Punjab:  The Government of Punjab has issued fresh guidelines for the opening of schools from October 15 onwards. According to the fresh notification issued by the Punjab government, only classes 9 to 12 will be allowed initially and not more than 20 students per section will be allowed.

Delhi: The national capital has decided not to open schools before October 31. Delhi's Deputy Chief Minister and Education Minister have already made it clear that all the schools will remain closed till 31 October.