Delhi schools have ended hybrid learning and returned to normal physical classes for students of Classes 6 to 9 and 11. The move follows the lifting of GRAP 4 restrictions after a clear improvement in air quality levels across the national capital.If you are a student or parent, this means regular classroom learning is back. You no longer need to switch between online and offline classes every day.The Directorate of Education issued a circular directing all government, government-aided and recognised private schools under DOE, NDMC, MCD and the Delhi Cantonment Board to conduct physical classes. The order applies with immediate effect and covers thousands of students across Delhi.
Decision taken after air quality improvesThe decision came after the Commission for Air Quality Management revoked actions under GRAP 4. In its order, the commission noted that Delhi’s air quality had shown “significant improvement” due to favourable weather conditions. The AQI was recorded in the poor category, allowing authorities to ease emergency measures.R.K. Agarwal, Director (Technical) and Member Convenor of the Sub-Committee on GRAP, said in a statement issued by the commission that actions under GRAP 4 were revoked with immediate effect. He added that measures under GRAP stages 1, 2 and 3 would remain in force to prevent further deterioration.What changes for studentsAccording to the DOE circular, normal physical classes will now be held for Classes 6 to 9 and 11. Classes for students up to Class 5 will continue in hybrid mode, meaning both physical and online learning where feasible. Classes 10 and 12 will remain fully offline, as they were earlier.Dr Rita Sharma, Additional Director of Education (School), said in a circular issued by the DOE that all heads of schools must ensure immediate compliance. She directed schools to inform parents and guardians without delay and ensure smooth implementation of the instructions.Schools asked to ensure smooth complianceDistrict and zonal education officers have also been asked to monitor the situation closely. The DOE has instructed them to ensure that schools follow the directions properly and without disruption.The Commission for Air Quality Management stated that it would keep a close watch on air quality trends. It said the situation would be reviewed regularly, especially during winter, when conditions can change quickly.Authorities have also urged citizens to continue following the citizen charter under GRAP stages 1 to 3. The aim is to make sure that air quality levels do not slip back into the severe category while schools function normally again.Read the official notice here
