Odisha schools shut for classes 9, 11 due to rise in Covid-19 cases
India TodayThe Odisha state board has decided to close offline classes for the student of classes 9 and 11. Odisha students will attend online classes again The students of classes 10 and 12 will have to continue attending the offline classes by taking proper precautions to prevent the spread of Covid-19. The Odisha state board has already issued rules to be followed while conducting the offline classes to avoid the spread of infections. Odisha State Board: Guidelines to prevent Covid-19 spread Students, teachers and school staff in Odisha will have to wear masks Maintain proper social distancing Ensure washing hands and using sanitisers all the time keeping safety in mind Students staying in the hostels will also have to maintain hygiene and avoid crowding outside the washrooms, mess and other common areas. Odisha State board: Other details Odisha Education Board had decided to promote all the students of classes 1 to 8 to a higher grade without examinations for the academic session 2020-21.