Online study push in central universities after PM Modi’s austerity appeal over fuel crisis

Central educational institutions have introduced virtual classes, online meetings, work from home and reduced use of personal vehicles following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s austerity appeal amid a fuel crisis.

Institutions like the Central University of Kashmir (CUK), Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University and the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) have issued orders or notices with instructions to be followed by students, faculty members and other staff.