Surat Schools Halt Outdoor Activities Amid Heatwave

Surat schools are suspending all outdoor activities in response to a severe heatwave. The District Education Department has directed schools to cease playground activities, physical training, and sports, shifting focus to indoor engagement for student safety. This measure aims to protect students from the intense heat.

In addition to activity changes, schools are encouraged to relax strict uniform codes, permitting students to wear comfortable, weather-appropriate attire. Ensuring student hydration is paramount, with recommendations for refreshments like lemon water and buttermilk. Classrooms must maintain operational fans or cooling systems.

To manage health concerns, schools are instructed to appoint nodal officers. These individuals will be responsible for providing immediate first aid to any student feeling unwell and coordinating ambulance services if necessary. The administration emphasizes that keeping children within the safer school environment is preferred over outdoor exposure.

Parents are also urged to ensure their children carry sufficient water and fluids to stay hydrated throughout the school day. The school administration has opted not to reduce school hours, prioritizing indoor safety over potential risks from afternoon heat.