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Primary schools ordered to cease in-person classes as air pollution deteriorates to dangerous levels in Indian capital

Authorities in New Delhi ordered all elementary schools to suspend in-person classes until further notice on Thursday night due to worsening smog in India's sprawling capital. New Delhi and the surrounding metropolitan area,

Delhi chief minister Atishi, who goes by her first name, has directed all primary schools to conduct classes online until air quality improves as the thick smog has triggered respiratory issues, especially in children.