In Bengal schools, classes now on alternate days to ensure social distancing
The Hindu
Feedback sessions, orientation of guardians to be held on Saturdays
In order to avoid crowding and ensure social distancing in schools, the West Bengal Government has decided to hold classes in a spaced manner. The decision comes following a prolonged closure — of almost two years — forced by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Students of Classes 10 and 12, and students of Classes 9 and 11, have been asked to come on alternate days, according to a new order issued by the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education on Sunday evening.
“On the basis of feedback received and in consultation with the stakeholders… the academic classes for Classes 10 and 12 may be held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Academic classes for Classes 9 and 11 may be held on Tuesday and Thursday. Academic study matters on alternate non-schooling days shall be looked after by the school management,” the order said.
A group of 13 men from Dakshin Datta Para village in Nadia district, West Bengal, busy transplanting paddy has been catching the eye of many in Mayildathurai district in recent days. A video clip of the Bengali migrant agricultural workers Singing Hindi and Bengali songs while planting paddy at Nallathukudi village here has gone viral.