India, Dec. 17 -- In view of persistently poor air quality across the National Capital Region (NCR), the Gurugram district administration has decided to continue hybrid-mode classes for students from Classes I to V, officials said. The order issued by deputy commissioner Ajay Kumar on November 13 will remain in force as air quality in the district continues to stay in the "very poor" category and Stage IV restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) are still applicable, officials said.

District officials said the decision has been taken keeping the health and safety of young children in mind, as they are among the most vulnerable groups when it comes to exposure to air pollution. Under the existing order, all schools in Gur...