Jammu & Kashmir announces winter vacation for schools till February 28

The J&K Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday announced winter vacations for all the government and recognised private schools of Kashmir and winter zones of Jammu in a phased manner, beginning December 1.

In an order, Principal Secretary School Education Department, Alok Kumar said the schools up to class 5th shall observe winter vacation from December 1 to February 28.

He said the classes from 6th to 8th will observe vacation from



December 12 to February 28 and those from 9th to 12 standard from December 19 to February 28.

“The Teaching staff of High and Higher Secondary Schools shall report back to their respective schools on 20th February, 2023, so that they remain available for making arrangements regarding preparation of ensuing examinations.”

All teachers, the order said, shall remain available on demand for any online guidance of students during vacation period.