THANE: Colleges in rural belts of Thane district will start operating from February 15 following all safety guidelines, said Thane collector Rajesh Narvekar on Sunday.
A notification to the issue was released Sunday night wherein all degree, diploma colleges including various university affiliated facilities except for agriculture colleges have been allowed to operate from Monday.
"Colleges will have to follow rotation system and ensure only 50% of student presence in the classes till further notice," said resident deputy collector, Shivaji Patil. The notification covers all rural areas including Shahpur and Murbad talukas.
Meanwhile, the decision to start colleges in urban limits will be taken by the respective civic corporations.