Colleges in Karnataka Reopen With COVID-19 Protocols in Place

Since months of closure due to lockdown, schools and colleges in Karnataka reopened on Tuesday following all COVID-19 health protocols.

Every student would need to undergo RT-PCR test and they will be permitted to join only if tested negative for the infection.

“We had to submit the COVID-19 test result before joining. We have been given certain instructions to be followed. I am feeling good but a little tense too,” a student of St Joseph’s College.

St Joseph’s College has begun conducting examinations and students are coming back from their homes to appear for the same.

“I am happy but tensed too. It took a lot of time for us to adjust to the online scheduling of classes. I do not know If I am ready for the examinations but I hope for the best,” said another student.

Thermal screening and sanitisation are mandatory at the entrance of the college, Students are asked to wear masks and maintain social distancing inside the college premises.