The northern Indian state of Haryana issued a notice on the 18th that 155 students and 12 teachers in three areas of the state had tested positive for Coronavirus, and the local government decided to close schools for several days.
According to the official announcement, the infected students are all students in grades 9 to 12. They are currently in stable condition and most of them are in home isolation. 91 students from 13 schools in Rewari District tested positive for Coronavirus; 30 students and 10 teachers from Kinder District schools also contracted the Coronavirus; 34 students and 2 teachers from Jayjar District It was also found to be infected with the virus.
According to the health department of Haryana State, the health status of infected students is being closely monitored and regularly monitored, and those in contact with students and teachers are also being screened. The local health department will inspect all school students and staff.
Schools in Haryana start on November 2, but only students in grades 9 to 12 can go to school with the consent of their parents. As of November 19, Haryana has reported 207,039 cases of Coronavirus, with a total of 2,039 deaths. The total number of confirmed cases of Coronavirus in Haryana ranks 15th among the Indian states.