Delhi NCR schools and universities are considering a temporary shift to online classes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to institutions to help conserve fuel during the ongoing global energy crisis. Several schools have started internal discussions, although authorities have not issued any official order yet.
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The Prime Minister asked schools to explore online learning arrangements for some time to reduce petrol and diesel consumption. He linked the suggestion to rising international oil prices and stressed the importance of saving energy during the current situation.
Delhi Schools Begin Planning Online Classes Amid Fuel Saving Push
Many educational institutions across Delhi NCR have started reviewing hybrid and online teaching plans. Schools and universities said they may take final decisions soon, especially with summer vacations approaching in several regions.
Modern Public School in Shalimar Bagh has already started preparing for possible online classes. A spokesperson said the school may declare May 15 as the last working day for students up to Class 8 before shifting to digital learning temporarily.
At Mount Abu School in Delhi, Principal Jyoti Arora addressed students and assured them that studies would continue smoothly through digital platforms. She said students adapted successfully to online learning in the past and could transition again without difficulty.
Schools believe online classes can significantly reduce fuel usage because school buses consume large amounts of diesel every day. Institutions also expect lower electricity consumption on campuses if more students attend classes remotely.
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Although the government has not announced mandatory closures, momentum is building toward flexible learning models. Experts believe middle school students may move online first, while board exam classes could continue in physical classrooms for uninterrupted preparation.