Pollution chokes Delhi-NCR: AQI nears 500 marks, train services disrupted

NEW DELHI: Delhi woke up to another day of "severe plus" air quality on Tuesday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

The city's air quality index (AQI) reached 488, posing significant health risks, particularly for children, the elderly, and those with respiratory or heart conditions.

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Visibility remained low across the city with a thick layer of smog visible in drone footage captured at Bhikaji Cama Place.

Train services experienced disruptions with 22 trains running late and 9 rescheduled.

The Supreme Court issued an advisory urging the use of masks and other preventative health measures within its premises.

"Everyone is, therefore, advised to ensure wearing of a mask and taking health measures mentioned in the aforesaid order," the SC stated in the notice.

Several areas within Delhi reported "severe plus" AQI levels, including Anand Vihar, Bawana, CRRI Mathura Road, and Narela.

In response to the hazardous air quality, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) shifted to online classes until November 22.

Neighboring Gurugram also suspended physical classes for all standards until November 23, based on the directives from the Director of Secondary Education Haryana.

Air pollution has also worsened in other parts of India, including Mumbai and several cities in the north, raising concerns about the widespread health impact.




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