As reported Covid cases have been witnessing a rapid rise, parents are sceptical about sending their kids to school. Many are trying to seek directions from the schools and the government.
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“The situation is not critical but scary for parents. The schools must suo motto take precautionary measures and ensure social distancing and masks. If we individually try to impose masks on our children, it will be of no use and most students would not be wearing them,” said Pankaj Gupta, a member of Parents Association of northwest Delhi.
“We are in a wait-and-watch situation but also want schools to respond proactively,” he added.
On Wednesday, 614 cases of Covid 19 were reported across the country which is the highest since May 21.
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At least three Covid-related deaths were reported in Kerala.
All schools and colleges are running at full capacity with no Covid protocol in place across the NCR. Parents are worried about the rising cases.
“The government must think and take action beforehand. While many students understand the Covid protocol, the children of primary and secondary hardly have any experience in dealing with such situations,” said Priya Rana, a member of Parents Association of Ghaziabad.
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“Timely sensitisation of kids and proactive response from the school as well as the government is required,” she added.
