CAQM Bans Physical Sports in Delhi-NCR Schools for November-December
· India · Hindustan Times, Indian Express
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has advised Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh to halt all physical sports activities in schools between November and December due to worsening air quality. The advisory, citing Supreme Court directions from the ‘MC Mehta vs Union of India’ case, urges rescheduling of pre-scheduled competitions to avoid health risks for students. Already-planned events may be postponed, with assurances that affected students will not face academic disadvantages. The advisory, issued on September 10 but shared on Tuesday, reiterates last year’s warning, linking air pollution to severe health concerns during winter. Schools must explore alternative participation opportunities without compromising students’ well-being.
Why it matters
Over 1.5 million schoolchildren in Delhi-NCR are directly affected, facing disrupted sports participation and potential health risks from poor air quality. The advisory forces educational institutions to rethink event planning, potentially increasing operational costs and logistical challenges for schools.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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