Bhubaneswar, Feb. 17 -- The Odisha government has directed higher education institutions to conduct classes in the morning. A SOP in this regard was issued by the Higher Education department. However, the date from which this directive will be applicable has not been revealed yet.

As per sources, the step has been taken in view of the expected heat wave conditions during the summer season. Moreover, the institutions have been asked to conduct the exams during the morning hours as well.

The Higher Education Department has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to ensure compliance.

The directive issued in a standard operating procedure (SOP), aims to minimise the impact of soaring temperatures on students and staff. Institutions ha...