DU and JNU switch to online classes due to hazardous air quality

As air quality levels continue to deteriorate, Delhi University and Jawaharlal Nehru University have decided to transition to online classes. The decision follows a sharp rise in pollution levels, which have reached "alarmingly high" levels, raising concerns over health and safety.

In Short

• Delhi University shifts to online classes till November 23 due to air pollution
• JNU announces online classes till November 22 amid worsening air quality
• Several schools, colleges switch to online mode as Delhi's air quality worsens

Due to the deteriorating air quality, Delhi University (DU) has announced that all classes will be held online until November 23. Likewise, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) will switch to online mode until November 22. These measures are being taken to protect the health and safety of students and staff amid the capital's severe air pollution levels.

Delhi University has announced that regular classes in physical mode will resume on November 25.

In a separate statement, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) confirmed that online classes will continue until November 22. However, both universities clarified that the schedules for exams and interviews will remain unaffected.

The Delhi government has declared the worsening air quality a "medical emergency" and urged institutions to adopt preventive measures to safeguard public health.

Poor weather conditions and stubble burning have been the primary contributors to the city's deteriorating air quality. Many schools and colleges in the region have already transitioned to online classes in response to the hazardous pollution levels.

(With inputs from PTI)