Govt, private primary schools in Delhi to remain shut for next two days due to pollution
Delhi air pollution: Schools to stay closed for two days as air quality worsens
Synopsis
The state government in the National Capital Region (NCR) and the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) are considering a decision to discontinue physical classes for students up to Class V and shift to an online mode of instruction. This move is being explored as part of measures to address the ongoing challenges and concerns related to pollution.
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The government and private primary schools in Delhi will remain closed for the next two days in light of the rising pollution level in the state.
The state government in the National Capital Region (NCR) has also been considering a decision to discontinue physical classes for students up to class V and shift to an online mode of instruction. This move is being explored as part of measures to address the ongoing challenges and concerns related to pollution.
Furthermore, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has categorized the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for the NCR into four different stages based on adverse air quality in Delhi. These stages include Stage I 'Poor' (AQI 201-300), Stage II 'Very poor' (AQI 301-400), Stage III 'Severe' (AQI 401-450), and Stage IV 'Severe +' (AQI450). The GRAP is an emergency response mechanism implemented to address deteriorating air quality levels in the region.
Notably, the city's air quality has remained in the 'very poor' category for the fifth consecutive day, with an Air Quality Index of 346, according to SAFAR-India. This trend underscores the urgency of addressing air pollution and its impact on public health. Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai emphasized the need for cooperation between the Central and state governments to combat pollution and improve air quality, particularly in the coming 15 days, which are deemed crucial by experts. He highlighted the importance of collective efforts to tackle the issue effectively.
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"In light of the rising pollution levels, all govt and private primary schools in Delhi will remain closed for the next 2 days," Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal said in a post on X (formerly Twitter).The state government in the National Capital Region (NCR) has also been considering a decision to discontinue physical classes for students up to class V and shift to an online mode of instruction. This move is being explored as part of measures to address the ongoing challenges and concerns related to pollution.
Furthermore, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has categorized the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for the NCR into four different stages based on adverse air quality in Delhi. These stages include Stage I 'Poor' (AQI 201-300), Stage II 'Very poor' (AQI 301-400), Stage III 'Severe' (AQI 401-450), and Stage IV 'Severe +' (AQI450). The GRAP is an emergency response mechanism implemented to address deteriorating air quality levels in the region.
Notably, the city's air quality has remained in the 'very poor' category for the fifth consecutive day, with an Air Quality Index of 346, according to SAFAR-India. This trend underscores the urgency of addressing air pollution and its impact on public health. Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai emphasized the need for cooperation between the Central and state governments to combat pollution and improve air quality, particularly in the coming 15 days, which are deemed crucial by experts. He highlighted the importance of collective efforts to tackle the issue effectively.
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( Originally published on Nov 02, 2023 )
