Pune schools to reopen from February 1: Ajit Pawar

By Samantha Allen

Published: January 29, 2022 | 12:17 PM GMT

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar on Saturday said that schools and colleges will reopen in Pune district from February 1.

“For classes 1 to 8, the school timings will be half of the regular timings, but for classes 9 to 10, the school will run as per the regular schedule. Colleges will also function as per regular time,” Pawar said.

He further said that consent from parents will be required to attend classes.

Pawar while speaking to reporters also added that use of mask is mandatory in Maharashtra and denied any discussion contradicting this, having taken place.

Meanwhile, Pune on Friday recorded 7,166 COVID-19 cases, taking the district’s tally to 13,88,687, while 12 deaths increased the toll to 19,429, an official said.

He said 3,374 cases were reported in Pune city, 2,261 in Pimpri Chinchwad and 1,205 in rural and 98 cantonment limits.

As on Friday, the district has 2,520 active cases in institutional isolation and 73,471 in home quarantine, the official informed.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.