Kuala lumpur: The haze has not disrupted teaching and learning at any higher education institution so far, stated Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Zambry Abdul Kadir. He highlighted the ministry's flexible approach, which includes the option of conducting classes online when necessary.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Dr. Zambry elaborated on the ministry's strategy after presenting tuition fee sponsorship letters to Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) students. He emphasized that there has been no impact on education due to the flexibility in class arrangements. "If students are unable to attend classes in lecture halls, we will conduct them online," he assured.

Dr. Zambry also noted that the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) is actively monitoring the haze situation, especially in regions like Sabah and Sarawak. He advised all higher education institutions, including universities, polytechnics, and community colleges, to keep track of conditions in their respective areas. The minister stated that any changes affecting teaching and learning would adhere to directives from the authorities.

"We are following the developments and receiving instructions from the relevant departments, and we will ensure that students' learning continues in accordance with the directives issued by the government," he reiterated.

As of 8 am today, Samarahan in Sarawak was the only area to register a very unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) reading of 226. The Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS) portal reported that 40 areas nationwide recorded unhealthy API readings, while 24 areas had moderate readings and two areas reported good readings.