UP Board Exam Schedule Adjusted for Mahakumbh
The massive Mahakumbh pilgrimage in Prayagraj has led the Uttar Pradesh Board to adjust its exam schedule, specifically affecting the high school and intermediate examinations initially set for February 24, 2025. The board's decision to move these exams to March 9 arose primarily to manage the vast influx of visitors and the related traffic concerns, ensuring the safety and convenience of nearly 54,37,233 students registered for these exams.
Mahakumbh, a significant spiritual event, is expected to pull large crowds culminating in the final holy bath on February 26. The rescheduling aims to alleviate potential logistical issues that might arise from the congregation of millions of pilgrims. Students enrolled in courses like Hindi and Healthcare at the high school level and Military Science and Hindi at the intermediate level will take their exams as planned in their usual morning (8:30–11:45 AM) and afternoon (2:00–5:15 PM) shifts.
Comprehensive Monitoring and Student Support
To maintain order during the exams, the board has designated more than 8,140 exam centers throughout Uttar Pradesh. Among these, 306 centers are tagged as sensitive, and 692 are marked as highly sensitive, warranting additional monitoring from a dedicated state-level control room.
To assist students encountering any issues, the board provides robust support through toll-free helplines at 18001806607 and 18001806608, with an alternative option for queries via WhatsApp on the number 9250758324.
This rescheduling exclusively pertains to Prayagraj as exams elsewhere in the state proceed according to the original timetable. The decision underscores the board's commitment to balancing religious events with educational obligations, ensuring that students face minimal disruption during this critical period of their academic journey.