Bhubaneswar: With summer days approaching, the Odisha government has asked schools across the state to take precautionary measures to deal with the possible heatwave situation.
The School and Mass Education (S&ME) Department issued detailed directives in this regard to all departmental Directors and District Education Officers (DEOs) in Odisha.
As per the guidelines, all government, government-aided and private schools in the state should
strictly follow the heatwave safety measures.
The guidelines include ensuring uninterrupted availability of safe drinking water in schools, repairing tube wells where necessary, and keeping sufficient ORS packets for students and staff.
This apart, schools have been directed to restrict outdoor activities to prevent exposure to extreme heat. Similarly, the authorities will sensitize parents to ensure that children carry water bottles to school.
The authorities concerned have been asked to create awareness regarding the precautionary measures against heatwave situation. Additionally, schools will allocate time during school hours to educate students on heat wave safety tips.
The guidelines have also been forwarded to the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC), all district Collectors, and Block Education Officers (BEOs) for necessary action.