Srinagar: 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 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

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