Schools shut and exams cancelled as coronavirus fear spreads
While the Punjab Government directed all the schools and colleges to remain closed till March 31 amid coronavirus scare, some of the private schools have taken the decision to cancel the final examinations. The decision has been taken in the wake of coronavirus (COVID 19) as a precautionary measure. According to information, few private schools have decided to cancel the examination scheduled for March 19 and 21. The result of these two papers will be decided on the basis of half-yearly, Monday Tests and other parameters. Parents have been asked to keep their children at home to prepare well for the next classes. In the meanwhile, the private schools have also started canceling the examinations. Budha Dal Public school in Patiala cancelled the exams and likewise, Infant Jesus Public School in Mohali cancelled the final examination for Class 1-4.