January 2026, Yamunanagar, Haryana — As the winter season continues, many schools across northern India have adjusted their academic calendars and activities to prioritise student safety and wellbeing. Due to widespread cold-wave conditions and dense fog, numerous schools — including those affiliated with CBSE and other boards — announced extended winter holidays or modified schedules in early January to protect students, especially those up to Class 8, from extreme weather challenges.
In many regions such as Delhi, Noida, and Gautam Buddh Nagar, winter breaks were extended through mid-January, with some schools resuming regular classes around 15 January 2026 following official directives