New Delhi: The Union Ministry of Education on Monday issued guidelines for reopening of schools after October 15, as part of Unlock 5.0.
Education minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank also shared the news on his Twitter handle.
DoSEL, @EduMinOfIndia has issued SOP/Guidelines for reopening of schools. pic.twitter.com/pwJXZZd40w
— Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank (@DrRPNishank) October 5, 2020
According to the guidelines, the states and UTs can prepare their own Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) based on the SOP to be issued by Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL).
Here are the highlights:
As per para -1 of @HMOIndia's order no. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 30.09.2020 for reopening, States/UT Governments may take a decision in respect of reopening of schools and coaching institutions after 15th Oct in a graded manner. #SchoolGuidelines pic.twitter.com/JLfJ97qJsF
— Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank (@DrRPNishank) October 5, 2020
“Schools must arrange and implement for thorough cleaning and disinfecting of all areas, furniture, equipment, stationery, storage places, water tanks, kitchens, canteen, washroom, laboratories, libraries, on the school campus and ensure airflow in indoor space,” the government notification stated.
The Ministry has also recommended the schools to adopt flexible attendance and sick leave policies.
