Schools to be shut for all classes till November 10 (File)
New Delhi:
The air quality in Delhi remained in ‘severe’ category today for the fifth consecutive day, prompting chief minister Arvind Kejriwal to convene a high-level meeting.
Here are the key decisions taken to fight pollution
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Odd-even rule to be implemented for one week in Delhi from November 13 to 20. A decision to further extend the odd-even rule would be taken later, said Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai.
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Total restriction on construction activities, including public projects such as roads and bridges.
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Schools to be shut for all classes till November 10, barring Class 10 and 12 in view of Board exams.
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The ban on BS3 petrol and BS4 diesel vehicles will continue. Only LNG, CNG trucks carrying essential commodities will be allowed to enter Delhi.Â
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Decision on work for home formula for 50 per cent staff in government and private offices in Delhi to be taken shortly.
