Govt. urges schools to avoid open spaces as summer temperature rises
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By The Hindu
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With scorching summer temperatures affecting Chennai, educational authorities have issued directives to schools emphasizing the importance of limiting outdoor recreational activities and physical education sessions. The initiative focuses on protecting student health through mandatory hydration programs and indoor alternatives during peak heat hours. Schools are encouraged to reschedule outdoor activities to early morning or late afternoon slots, implement cooling measures in classrooms, and educate students about heat-related illnesses and prevention strategies.
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