Delhi-NCR Schools Closed Today Due to Pollution: Check Latest Orders and Guidelines

Schools were closed across Delhi-NCR today after the authorities implemented Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) due to dangerous levels of air pollution. It was taken as the air quality continued to be in the “severe” category, with young children and adults at serious health risk.

Why Are Schools Closed in Delhi-NCR Today?

The school closure is a precautionary measure to minimise the exposure of students to the toxic air. The state government and the local government can prohibit in-person classes under GRAP-IV. 

The departments of education have instructed schools to:

• Pause Campus Instruction for now

• Hold classes online if possible

• Refrain from outdoor activities and sports games

• Districts Impacted by School Closure

Areas Affected by the School Closure

• Delhi

• Noida

• Ghaziabad

• Gurugram

• Faridabad

Government and private schools have been directed to follow the advisory till further orders. 

What every parent and student needs to know

Parents are encouraged to:

• Regularly check official school notifications

• Keep track of state education department updates

• Make sure the children stay home, and they follow the health advice

Students should be ready to be taught online and with assignments at home while schools are closed. 

Will schools be open tomorrow?

Officials have said the opening of schools is subject to daily assessments of the quality of the air. If air quality improves and is better than severe, physical classes can be conducted with restrictions. There will be more details released through official government channels.