Odisha Schools would reopen from January 8, 2021 for students of classes 10 and 12. The Odisha Government on Saturday announced its decision to resume physical classes for only the students who would be appearing for the board examinations.

However, hostels will not reopen now and the school buses will not be available for the students. The parents can make their own arrangements to take their wards to school, the official said.

As per notice scheduled, classes for 10th will run till 26 April while classes for 12th will run till 28 April. After that practical exams will be held.