Lucknow, Jan. 2 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday announced the closure of all CBSE, ICSE, UP and other boards' schools for up to Class 12 till January 5 due to the severe cold wave across the state.

He further directed officials to remain vigilant through field inspections, ensure blankets are available, prevent people from sleeping in the open, and make complete arrangements in all night shelters.

The orders come as large parts of north, central, and eastern India continue to battle a severe cold wave accompanied by dense fog on Friday, disrupting daily life and transport services.

In Uttar Pradesh, fog and cold wave conditions were reported across several cities. Agra witnessed comparatively lighter fog, allo...