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Air pollution in Delhi‑NCR is worsening as winter approaches, prompting a health alert before Diwali. Several areas of the capital have recorded Air Quality Index levels above 400, indicating severe conditions. On November 2, the AQI in Delhi rose to 324 (very poor) at 4 p.m., up from 261 (poor) the previous day, leading to the invocation of Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan. In response, state governments are raising vehicle parking fees, introducing staggered timings for public offices and municipal bodies, and the Delhi Metro is adding 20 extra trips.
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Delhi’s air quality deteriorated to the ‘very poor’ category for the first time this season on Monday, 2nd November, with the AQI reaching 307.
— OpIndia
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Delhi schools have been directed to improve ventilation, sprinkle water to control dust, promote public transport and discourage firecrackers under the Winter Action Plan 2026–27. Schools must also conduct pollution awareness drives and submit monthly progress reports.
