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EDUCATION Minister Dr Michael Dowlath said schools in Port of Spain will remain open as usual on July 4 during the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Newsday received reports that scout troops would be present in full dress uniform at points during a motorcade. Asked at what point the scouts would be present, Dowlath said, “Remember PM Modi will be going to President’s House to receive the award. I’m sure there will be schoolchildren out.

“Arrangements have been made by different ministries. They have their arrangements in place, which are quite confidential because of the security measures.”