Cold Wave: TTADC Acts, State Schools Remain Open
- By Thetripurapost Desk, Agartala
- Jan 02, 2026
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As a biting cold wave continues to engulf Tripura, driving minimum temperatures below 12.5 degrees Celsius, the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTADC) has ordered the suspension of all educational institutions under its jurisdiction, even as state government–run schools remain operational—triggering sharp public debate across the state.
In an official notification issued by the TTADC Education Department, all council-administered schools have been directed to remain closed from January 3 to January 13, citing extreme weather conditions and concerns for student health. The order, however, makes an exception for Class X and Class XII practical examinations, which will proceed according to the pre-declared schedule.
The move has been widely welcomed by parents, particularly those with younger children, who say prolonged exposure to freezing early-morning temperatures and strong winter winds has significantly increased health risks. Many guardians reported rising instances of cold-related illnesses among students, making daily school attendance increasingly challenging.
In stark contrast, the Tripura state government has yet to issue any advisory or closure order for government-run schools and colleges. The absence of a parallel decision has fuelled criticism, with citizens questioning how two separate administrative standards can coexist within the same geographical and climatic conditions.
Educationists and teaching professionals have echoed these concerns, urging the state authorities to announce a temporary closure, winter recess, or study leave in the interest of student safety. They argue that students enrolled in state-run institutions are equally exposed to the harsh cold wave and deserve similar protective measures.
The issue has gained significant traction on social media platforms, where citizens are demanding a minimum ten-day winter break for government schools and higher educational institutions. Parents from rural and remote areas have pointed out that winter conditions are often more severe in villages due to stronger winds, inadequate infrastructure, and long commuting distances—placing children at heightened risk.
With cold wave conditions persisting across Tripura and no immediate relief in sight, public expectation continues to mount for a uniform, compassionate, and health-centric policy decision from the state government to safeguard the well-being of students across all educational institutions.