Schools in Delhi, Gurugram go hybrid amid poor air quality

It mandates state governments in Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddh Nagar to implement hybrid learning immediately. Other NCR regions have been urged to consider similar measures to safeguard students’ health.

A significant drop in wind speed has been cited as a key factor behind the deteriorating air quality, accompanied by stagnant atmospheric conditions. Alongside the smog, Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 11.9°C, a degree above normal, adding to the discomfort for residents.

State governments are now tasked with ensuring the smooth functioning of hybrid classes, especially in schools where infrastructure or access to online learning tools may pose challenges.

Educational institutions are expected to adapt swiftly to this directive, balancing the needs of students who rely on physical classrooms with the precautionary measures necessary to combat the hazardous air quality.