Delhiites had to face yet another smog filled day on Thursday, 9 November, as air quality remained in the ‘severe’ category in several parts of the city.
With the capital now facing a health emergency, the AAP government has taken a number of measures to fight pollution. Primary schools have been ordered closed till Sunday, and outdoor activities for children have been banned. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who described Delhi as a “gas chamber”, reviewed the situation in a meeting with health and environment officials.
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The Delhi government is set to enforce the odd-even policy for vehicles from 13 to 17 November, Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot told PTI on Thursday, 9 November.
The scheme will be in place from 8 am to 8 pm. However, there will be exemptions for women drivers and two-wheelers.
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