Update on COVID-19: LocalCircles' survey revealed that in just 4 months, the percentage of parents who send their children to school when it reopens fell from 69 percent down to 20 percent. (Representative Image)All unaided private schools that are recognized by the Telangana government have been directed not to increase their fees during the academic year 2021-22. According to news agency ANI, all schools that are affiliated with the state board, the Central Board of Secondary Education, Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE), or other international boards will be subject to the June 29 directive.K Chandrasekhar Raos also requested that private school management collect month-wise tuition fees.In view of the COVID-19 pandemic P Sabita Indra Reddy, education minister, announced that the state government will hold online classes from July 1. She said that all levels of education, from primary to postgraduate, will be taught virtually.Keep checking our LIVE blog to get the most recent updates on the novel coronavirus panademicThe state government had previously planned to resume classroom instruction starting in July 1.COVID-19 Vaccine Commonly Asked Questions View More How does a vaccine function? The vaccine mimics a natural infection. A vaccine induces an immune response that protects people against future COVID-19 infections. It also builds herd immunity quickly to end the pandemic. A vaccine induces immunity in a sufficient number of people to prevent the spread of a disease from person-to-person. Good news is that the SARS-CoV-2 virus was relatively stable which makes it more likely that a vaccine will be developed. There are many vaccines. There are four main types of vaccines. One is a vaccine that is based on the entire virus. Two is a vaccine that is based on a virus vector. Three are nucleic-acid vaccines with genetic material such as DNA and RNA of the antigens. Four are protein subunit vaccines. These vaccines contain the recombinant SARS-COV-2 proteins along an adjuvant (booster). How long does it take for a vaccine to be developed? The process of developing a vaccine is complex and long. Vaccines are not given to patients with a specific disease, but are administered to healthy people as well as to vulnerable groups such children and pregnant women. It is mandatory to undergo rigorous testing. Although five years is the fastest time to develop a vaccine, it often takes twice as long or more. See moreMadhya Pradesh also delayed the resumption physical classes that were due to start on July 1 indefinitely. Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan stated that a new date would only be determined after consulting with the Centre, other states, and experts.Chouhan, who chaired a meeting to discuss the recommendations of ministers for a COVID-19 strategy was clear that classes will continue online and via television broadcasts.Randeep Guleria, director of All India Institute of Medical Science(AIIMS), stated that vaccination of children will allow for the reopening of schools as well as the return to outdoor activities.VK Paul, a member of NITI Aayog (Health), has said that schools need to be reopened cautiously due to the "unpredictable" situation. Paul stated that we should only take risks when we are safe.52.76 lakh doses administered in India on June 28LocalCircles' survey revealed that parents are less likely to send their children to school when it reopens. This is despite growing concerns about the new strain being more dangerous for children.You can find our complete coverage of COVID-19 right here
