Colleges and universities will remain closed in Bengal till June 30, education minister Partha Chatterjee announced on Sunday. The decision was taken based on the recommendations given by the vice-chancellors of the state universities, he told a press meet. The VC Council on Friday recommended suspension of academic activities in colleges and universities till June 30. Chatterjee had earlier announced that state-run and state-aided schools could not be reopened before June 30 as many school buildings will be required for setting up quarantine centres for returning migrant labourers. The minister said the state has set up quarantine centres in 7,000 school buildings in different districts.

Source: The Telegraph May 31, 2020 13:30 UTC