K Kamlesh | TNNBuxar: In view of the severe heatwave conditions prevailing in the district, Buxar District Magistrate (DM) Sahila on Sunday ordered the suspension of academic activities for students up to Class 12 till June 27, citing concerns over the health and safety of children. Issuing the directive under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), the DMimposed a complete ban on academic activities in all govt and private educational institutions, including pre-schools, Anganwadi centres and coaching institutes across the district.According to the order, the restrictions will come into effect from June 22 and remain in force till June 27, 2026. The administration said the decision was taken as the prevailing heatwave and extremely high temperatures could adversely affect the health and lives of children.
