NGT Orders Safety Norms, Phase-Out for Asbestos Roofs in Schools

Imagine a school roof made of a material called asbestos.

Some doctors are worried because when this material gets old, tiny bits of it can float in the air.

These bits can make people very sick if they breathe them in, causing lung problems.

So, a special court called the NGT looked at this problem.

They decided not to remove all the old roofs right away because it might cause other problems.

Instead, they said everyone needs to be much more careful.

They ordered rules to keep workers safe when they work with these roofs, like making sure they wear special masks.

They also said people need to learn more about the risks.

The government will also think about how to slowly replace these old roofs with safer ones in the future.

No new asbestos roofs will be allowed in any new schools or public buildings.