Public Education and Labor Department Minister said that the school authorities should ensure drinking water for the students who cannot bring drinking water. The minister was speaking at the state-level inauguration of the water bell program, which allows breaks for drinking water in schools in the face of increasing heat, at, Thiruvananthapuram. This Notification was published on 19-02-2024.
As the temperature is set to soar to 36 degrees Celsius, it’s imperative to stay hydrated. The implementation of the water bell initiative is aimed at mitigating summer-related health issues. Students are advised to consume ample water as needed. The Education Department’s decision to introduce water bells in schools comes as a response to the scorching summer conditions prevailing in the state. A new break specifically for drinking water, lasting five minutes, will be incorporated alongside the regular intervals. The minister announced that the water bell will chime at 10:30 am and 2 pm. Following the ringing of the water bell, the minister kicked off the event by distributing drinking water to the students.
