As Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and Ghaziabad reel under a severe cold wave and dense fog, uncertainty looms over the reopening of schools on January 16, 2026. Authorities weigh student safety against academic schedules, leaving parents and children anxious about whether winter vacations will be extended further.
With temperatures plunging to season lows and a thick blanket of fog engulfing Delhi-NCR, the reopening of schools in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and Ghaziabad on January 16, 2026 remains uncertain. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave alert, warning of poor visibility and health risks for children.
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Extended holidays: Schools in Delhi had already been closed for Nursery to Class 8 until January 15 due to harsh weather.
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Safety concerns: Parents and educators are worried about children commuting in dense fog and freezing temperatures, with reports of viral fevers and flu risks rising.
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Regional impact: Delhi-NCR is currently experiencing colder conditions than hill stations like Shimla and Dehradun, intensifying the debate over reopening.
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Awaited decision: Authorities are expected to announce final guidelines soon, balancing academic continuity with student well-being.
The situation underscores the challenge of managing education during extreme weather events. For now, families across NCR remain in suspense, hoping for clarity before the scheduled reopening date.
Sources: India Today, Moneycontrol, Economic Times, MSN News