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Opinion | Winter Vacations vs. Winter Coaching: A Contradiction in Kashmir’s Education Policy

By : ALTAF HUSSAIN PEERZADA

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January 30, 2025
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Winter in Kashmir is unforgiving. The bone-chilling cold, frequent snowfall, and sub-zero temperatures make it nearly impossible for students to attend schools comfortably. To safeguard the health of young learners, the government rightly announces winter vacations. However, a perplexing contradiction arises when the same students, who are sent home for protection, are asked to attend winter coaching classes in government schools. This raises an important question: If the government can provide heating arrangements for winter coaching, why can’t the same facilities be ensured during the regular school session?

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The Dilemma of Winter Coaching
The primary justification for winter vacations is to shield students from the extreme cold, given the lack of proper heating infrastructure in most schools. However, with the introduction of government-run winter coaching, students are expected to brave the same harsh weather they were initially excused from. This policy contradiction not only confuses students and parents but also questions the purpose of winter vacations altogether. If schools can ensure warmth for coaching, why can’t they do the same during normal classes?

The Need for a Rational Approach
If winter vacations are truly meant to protect students, they should be allowed to self-study at home or be provided with online learning options. Advancements in digital education make it possible for students to continue their studies without stepping out in the cold. If the government is genuinely concerned about learning continuity, it should invest in e-learning platforms and ensure students have access to online resources rather than forcing them into winter coaching centers.
Reevaluating Winter Vacations
The current system of shutting down schools for winter while simultaneously conducting coaching sessions in the same cold conditions makes winter vacations seem redundant. Either the government should:
1. Equip all schools with proper heating facilities so that winter vacations are no longer needed, or
2. Ensure students stay home for genuine self-study or online classes instead of attending winter coaching in chilly classrooms.
A well-thought-out winter education policy is crucial. The contradiction of winter vacations alongside winter coaching needs urgent attention. A clear and student-friendly approach—either ensuring warm classrooms throughout or fully embracing digital education—would make winter vacations more meaningful and beneficial for Kashmiri students.
ALTAF HUSSAIN PEERZADA
Sdestiny.peerzada518@gmail.com

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