Postpone all sports meets - Education Ministry

While issuing a circular, the Education Ministry has directed schools to postpone their sports meets due to the prevalence of higher temperatures.

 

The circular was issued following the instruction of Education Ministry Secretary Ms. Wasantha Perera today, who said copies of the circular have been sent to all principals of schools.

 

The Metrology Department has reportedly claimed that the prevalent high temperatures will persist till April. 

 

The health authorities were also informed about the health issues that can occur when assigning students for outdoor activities such as sports meets.