The Delhi High Court has stayed an order directing private schools to pay staff salaries, citing the financial burden it would impose on them. Background: The order was passed by a single-judge bench of the court, which directed private schools to pay their staff salaries, despite the lockdown and closure of schools due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Parties: The petitioners were private schools, while the respondents were the Delhi government and the Directorate of Education. Legal issues: The main issue was whether private schools could be directed to pay staff salaries, despite the financial difficulties they were facing. Court observations: The court observed that the order would cause irreparable harm to private schools, which were already struggling to stay afloat. Significance: The stay order is significant, as it provides relief to private schools, which were facing financial difficulties due to the pandemic. The court's decision highlights the need for a balanced approach, taking into account the interests of both private schools and their staff.