Taking to the social media platform X, the Delhi CM stated: "Due to rising pollution levels, all primary schools in Delhi will be shifting to online classes until further notice."
He noted that in previous years, the AQI typically exceeded 400 during the November 1-15 period, with certain days even reaching the 'severe plus' category.
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has taken a significant step to curb stubble burning by issuing orders to ensure the imposition of revised Environmental Compensation (EC) in cases of stubble burning instances.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's average AQI on Thursday was 377 at 4 pm, while several places recorded air quality in the 'severe' zone.
According to Rai, meteorological experts have predicted that weather conditions are likely to become unfavorable over the next ten days, with temperatures dropping and wind speeds decreasing.
After having a little bit of relief, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the National Capital dipped again to 'Severe' category in several areas, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
According to the CPCB, primary pollutants making the city air unhealthy remained at PM 2.5 micro particles.
Up until Sunday, Delhi's monthly average AQI of 377 was the highest for November in the previous eight years. In November 2021, it was 376, and in November 2016, it was 374
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data put the average Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital on Friday at 415, a jump of 25 points from yesterday.
As per the data from the CPCB recorded at 6:00 am on Thursday morning, the Air quality index at Anand Vihar was at 387 (very poor); At ITO, Delhi it was 343 (very poor) while the AQI at Wazirpur, Delhi, was 422 (severe), at RK Puram, it was 415 ( severe).
