Overview
- Eleven minors led by student‑athlete Nysa Bedi have petitioned the Delhi High Court through their guardians, with advocates Manjira Dasgupta, Bhargav Ravindran Thali and Mayank Khaitan on record.
- The plea seeks directions to the Directorate of Education and the School Federation of India Games to redesign the annual calendar so outdoor trials, tournaments and camps occur in months with better air quality.
- At filing, Delhi's air quality was consistently in the Severe range under GRAP‑III, with reports noting a risk of escalation to GRAP‑IV.
- Citing medical evidence, the petition warns that strenuous activity in high particulate pollution can cause diminished lung growth, cognitive harm and cardiovascular strain in children.
- The filing references a 2023 government suspension of student sports that was later revoked and notes recent events, including a November 10–14 U‑19 girls football tournament and an imminent national selection camp.