Minister Sakina Itoo on Wednesday said that the winter break for students up to the middle classes is likely to begin from the first week of December amid cold temperatures.

Speaking to reporters, the minister as per the news agency said that the parents repeatedly request for the announcement of the schedule for winter break. “The winter season becomes difficult for younger children.“

Itoo further said that, “We have already conducted a meeting regarding the winter break and we have tentatively decided that for lower classes from Class 1 up to middle grade, will probably observe the vacation from first week of December.”

About the textbook issue, the minister added said, “We have already streamlined the matter to a large extent.”

“Directions have been issued to ensure there is no shortage of books or uniforms,” she said.

Minister Itoo also said that strict instructions have been passed to the JKBOSE Secretary, Chairman, Education Secretary, and other concerned officials to act tough against the private schools who violate the government norms.

“Wherever we will receive a complaint against any private school regarding the books or fees, we will definitely take strict action against them,” she said.—(KNO)