Gurugram Administration Suspends Classes to Protect Children from Pollution
In a bid to safeguard school children from the escalating pollution levels in the National Capital Region (NCR), the Gurugram administration has ordered the suspension of classes from nursery to class five until further notice. Following suit, Faridabad’s Deputy Commissioner Vikram Singh has also directed the closure of schools for children from class one to five, effective Tuesday until November 12.
Over the past week, the air quality index (AQI) in Gurugram has reached an “extremely dangerous” level, registering at 412 on Monday. Consequently, the industrial district, notorious for pollution, ranked fifth among the most polluted cities in the country.
To address this critical issue, Gurugram District Disaster Management Authority Chairman and DC Nishant Kumar Yadav issued the order to ensure the safety and well-being of students. The directive mandates that schools continue online classes to minimize disruptions in students’ education.
This order is applicable to all private and government educational institutions in the district, starting from November 7 and remaining in effect until further notice. Yadav highlighted that the deteriorating air quality index has reached the GRAP IV stage, warranting immediate action.
Earlier, the Haryana government urged deputy commissioners in the NCR to assess the situation in their respective districts and make informed decisions regarding school closures. In recent days, several districts, including Gurugram, have experienced ‘severe’ levels of pollution, surpassing safe limits set by the government.
On Monday morning, pollution levels in Delhi-NCR were recorded seven to eight times higher than the government-prescribed safe limit. A toxic haze has persisted over the region for the seventh consecutive day, posing a significant threat to public health and well-being.
The proactive measures taken by the Gurugram administration and other authorities are crucial in combating the pollution crisis and ensuring the safety of children. These steps will not only mitigate the immediate risks but also contribute to long-term efforts in improving air quality in the NCR.
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