Delhi's air quality plunged to 'very poor', with a thick layer of haze blanketing the national capital, early on Tuesday (November 26, 2024). At 9 a.m., Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 392, compared to a reading of 281 at 9 a.m. on Monday (November 25, 2024), according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data.

The air quality index continued to fluctuate between the "severe" and "very poor" categories in Delhi. The city's 24-hour average air quality index, recorded until 4 pm on Sunday, was 318 (very poor),

Delhi's air quality improves to 'very poor' from 'severe,' prompting schools to adopt a hybrid learning model amid persistent smog and health concerns.

Delhi's air quality worsens to near 'severe' levels, prompting schools to continue online classes amid pollution concerns.

The Centre's Decision Support System (DSS) for Air Quality Management estimated that vehicular emissions contributed 18.1 per cent to Delhi's pollution on Sunday. Stubble burning, another major factor, accounted for 19 per cent of Delhi's pollution on Saturday.

The Supreme Court noted that it became apparent that mid-day meals were not reaching the students, and they also lacked crucial resources to engage in online education.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has eased certain anti-pollution measures following the Supreme Court's direction.

The CAQM ordered that state governments in the Delhi-NCR shall ensure that all classes are conducted in a “Hybrid” mode.

The physical classes have been suspended in the Delhi-NCR for more than a week now due to hazardous air quality.