NEW DELHI — India’s capital New Delhi has ordered the closure of schools and colleges until further notice from Friday after the Supreme Court criticized the city government for reopening educational institutions despite “very poor” air quality. The city government last week decided to reopen schools and colleges after closing them for nearly 15 days due to a spike in air pollution. ADVERTISEMENTOn Thursday, the Supreme Court, which is hearing a public petition over the government’s inability to cut air pollution, expressed its dismay over the government’s decision to reopen schools and colleges. The Delhi government has hired an extra 700 natural gas buses to encourage people to use public transport. New Delhi’s foul air is putting more children in hospital with breathing problems, raising concerns among parents.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer December 02, 2021 20:43 UTC