Delhi-NCR Pollution Update: Schools and Offices Reopening Status Amid Severe Air Quality
- The air quality index (AQI) has consistently been in the ‘very poor’ to ‘severe’ range.
- In Noida, schools opted for online classes to continue, with parents uncertain about sending their children to school on Monday.
- Schools in the region were previously closed until November 23.
Delhi-NCR Air Pollution Update: School Reopening Status
Delhi-NCR is experiencing high pollution levels. The air quality index (AQI) has consistently been in the ‘very poor’ to ‘severe’ range. In response, physical classes in Ghaziabad have been suspended indefinitely due to worsening pollution.
In Noida, schools opted for online classes to continue, with parents uncertain about sending their children to school on Monday. Following an order issued by the District Inspector of Schools, physical classes for all students from pre-school to class 12 will remain online until November 25 due to the AQI exceeding the severe threshold.
Schools in the region were previously closed until November 23. The potential for a return to physical classes remains unclear, as the air quality has been downgraded but still falls within the ‘very poor’ category.
Current Air Quality Situation
The air quality in Delhi dropped to a ‘severe’ level, with an AQI reading of 412 as of Saturday. The Central Pollution Control Board reported that multiple monitoring stations recorded AQI levels above 400.
The AQI categories are defined as follows:
- Good: 0-50
- Satisfactory: 51-100
- Moderate: 101-200
- Poor: 201-300
- Very Poor: 301-400
- Severe: 401-500
The ‘severe’ category poses significant health risks, particularly from fine particulate matter (PM2.5). Emissions from vehicles account for 16.4% of Delhi’s pollution.
In conclusion, schools in Delhi-NCR remain largely closed due to serious health risks posed by the current air quality. Ongoing monitoring and community updates will inform parents and students about future developments.