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Schools in Odisha to Remain Closed Till December 31

Bhubaneswar: All schools in Odisha shall remain closed till December 31 in view of  COVID-19 pandemic situation.

The Odisha Government has issued an order in this regard on Friday.

Notwithstanding closure of academic institutions, the conduct of examination (academic, competitive and entrance tests), evaluation and other administrative activities will be permitted.

The online and distance learning will continue to be permitted and will be encouraged, the order said.

It also stated that the teaching and non-teaching staff may be called to the schools for online teaching, tele-counseling and related works, in areas outside the containment zones as per SOP issued by the Centre.