Dengue outbreak forces schools to shut in Firozabad
The Hindu
Classes 1 to 8 suspended till Sept. 6 following death of childen
Firozabad District Magistrate Chandra Vijay Singh has ordered closure of all schools for classes 1 to 8 till September 6 following the death of around 40 people, mostly children, due to suspected dengue in the past few days. The District Magistrate, in his order issued on Monday night, said it will be applicable to all government and non-government schools as well as coaching institutions. He warned of strict action against anyone disobeying the order.More Related News
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