The odd-even rule will be back in Delhi the day after Diwali and schools closures has been extended up to Class 11 in view of the rising pollution levels, State Environment Minister Gopal Rai said today. All schools will be shut across the national capital except Classes 10 and 12 till November 10, the minister said. Currently, only classes up to Class 5 are suspended in view of the deteriorating air quality. The odd-even rule, which has been the Arvind Kejriwal government's flagship move in fighting pollution for the past few years, will be back for a week on November 13, the day after Diwali.
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Air pollution doesn't just harm the lungs. Doctors warn that chronic smog exposure triggers systemic inflammation, worsening joint pain and accelerating damage, especially in shoulders and hips.
Shillong's exceptionally low air pollution levels result from its highaltitude location, abundant greenery, limited industrial activity and active cleanliness initiatives, helping it rank among India's cities with the best air quality.
Delhi Schools In Online Mode: On December 15, the government withdrew this option and mandated that classes for nursery to Class 5 be conducted only in virtual mode.
The National Capital Delhi continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday as the city's overall AQI stood at 378 at around 8 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board.
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