Normal life has been hit harder in various districts as the ongoing indefinite strike in Tarai-Madhes against the province delineation enters 23rd day. Samyukta Loktantrik Madhesi Morcha stage protests while news of arson in three government offices in Sarlahi has been reported. The schools which had been shut because of the agitation launched by different parties will open in Kailali on September 6 after a meeting of the all concerned parties on September 5 expressed commitment that they would not disrupt the studies. The decision to allow schools, which are zone of peace, to operate is definitely a positive step. It is necessary to create a safe environment where students can continue studies and schools can be operated in all other districts as well where there are protests taking place.