The Mangaluru division of the Department of Collegiate Education (DCE) has finally taken action to address the problem of intense heat and its effects on pupils.
As a result of the unbearable heat, the department has asked the administrations of Udupi and Dakshina Kannada colleges to modify their timetables and begin classes early. Classes in government and assisted first-grade colleges currently start at 9 am, although they should start an hour sooner.
“Based on the direction of deputy commissioners, colleges in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada can make changes to their timetable to conduct classes earlier for the well-being of the students due to extreme heat,” read a circular released on Wednesday by Ramegowda M, joint director of DCE, Mangaluru division.
According to the statement, college principals have the authority to modify class schedules, and their choice will be based on regional circumstances. According to DCE sources, the joint director met with the principals of all aided and unaided colleges a few days ago before sending out the circular.
The principals addressed the kids about a number of problems brought on by the intense heat, which has now gotten worse because of water problems. “The DCE has chosen to allow colleges to start classes early in consideration of their requests,” the source said, adding that some colleges would probably start using the new schedule on Monday.
Colleges have also stated that classes can begin as early as 8 am, which is one hour earlier than usual. We are unable to begin any earlier because many college students arrive from distant locations. Some even make the over-an-hour journey to get to the school. Mangalore University should alter its academic schedule so that classes are not offered to students throughout the summer, particularly in April and May.
A few college presidents also disclosed that fewer students are attending classes because of the intense heat and water problems on campus. “A significant portion of students leave for home following lunch. There have also been cases of heat-related illnesses among students. Another principal stated, “We hope that these kinds of circumstances don’t come up in the upcoming school year.
