Classes, Exams Suspended Across Institutions In Odisha

With COVID19 infections rising in Odisha, the State government has decided to suspend all examinations and physical classes in universities and colleges. As per the notification of the Higher Education department, all examinations and physical classes in universities and colleges coming under the administrative control of the department will remain suspended from April 19th. The department has issued directives to close down hostels and vacate boarders. Revised examination schedule shall he communicated later on after consulting with Vice Chancellors and Principals. Meanwhile, classes shall be held in online mode to complete the syllabus on time while all concerned institutions will function with 50% teaching and non-teaching employees from April 19th. The teachers have been asked to conduct online classes from their institutions as well as homes depending on the situation.