School Closure EXTENDS in Noida amid SEVERE+ AQI in Delhi, NCR

The AQI in Delhi-NCR has been consistently high in recent days, causing significant concerns about the health and safety of residents, especially children. Amid Air Pollution under SEVERE+ category, the Noida authorities have further extended the closure of schools. 

Noida Schools Closed! In response to the worsening air quality in the region, the District Magistrate of Gautam Buddha Nagar has issued an official notice extending the suspension of physical classes in Noida schools until November 26, 2024. This decision comes in light of the persistent air pollution levels in Delhi-NCR, which have caused the Air Quality Index (AQI) to breach the SEVERE+ category, surpassing 450. Earlier, the extension was done until November 25, 2024 

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The notice reads: “In view of the instructions given by the District Magistrate, Gautam Buddha Nagar wide letter no. 4911-17 Dated 18/11/2024 and District Inspector of Schools, Gautam Buddha Nagar wide letter no. 5107-5114 dated 23/11/2024 regarding the discontinuation of physical classes in Distrcit Gautam Buddha Nagar from Pre School to Class 12th due to the breach of Air Quality Index (AQI) of Delhi-NCR to SEVERE CATEGORY, all schools of the District Gautam Buddha Nagar are directed to follow the above order till 26th November 2024.”

Online Classes to Continue as Schools Remain Closed

This is an extension of an earlier order, which had initially suspended physical classes for students up to Class 12. The shift to online learning will continue during this period to ensure that students can maintain their academic progress despite the ongoing health concerns caused by the air pollution.

The decision follows the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), which mandates such measures when pollution levels reach hazardous thresholds. As part of Stage IV of GRAP, the local administration in Gautam Buddha Nagar had already ordered the suspension of physical classes until November 23, 2024, with all educational activities shifting to online platforms.

Air Quality Remains a Concern in Delhi-NCR

The AQI in Delhi-NCR has been consistently high in recent days, causing significant concerns about the health and safety of residents, especially children. The decision to suspend physical classes is aimed at protecting the health of students and staff, as exposure to such high pollution levels can cause respiratory problems and other health issues.

While schools are closed for physical classes, they have been instructed to continue online education during this period to minimize disruptions to students’ learning.

Authorities Urge Caution Amidst Rising Pollution Levels

As the air quality remains in the SEVERE+ category, officials have urged residents to avoid unnecessary outdoor activities and take necessary precautions. Schools, along with other institutions, are expected to follow the GRAP guidelines to ensure public safety in the region.

With the air quality forecast to improve only gradually, further updates and decisions regarding the resumption of physical classes will depend on the pollution levels in the coming days.

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