As Sibal said air pollution was “getting out of control” and courts be allowed to function online, Chief Justice Khanna said, “We have told all judges here, wherever possible, to allow virtual (hearing).”
The toxic air was no different from that of Monday when the AQI remained under the 'severe plus' category with a reading above 450.
According to reports, more than 20 trains were delayed and at least eight flights diverted due to low visibility.
With a thick blanket of smog enveloping the national capital, its air quality reeled under the ‘severe plus’ category with…
This level of pollution is a major cause of concern for the residents, especially those already suffering from respiratory problems.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the average Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 406 at 8 a.m.
At 4 pm on Thursday, Delhi's average AQI was 424, and to prevent further deterioration, the sub- committee decided to invoke GRAP - III.
Yadav claimed that the residents are finding it difficult to venture out of their homes for fear of falling sick by breathing the toxic air.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the average AQI in Delhi was recorded at 334, with PM 2.5 being the prominent pollutant in the air.
With the air quality reeling under 'very poor' category in the national capital for several days and the average AQI falling in the 300- 400 range, city residents have started complaining of breathing difficulty, while many patients with respiratory problems are visiting doctors.
