Delhi AQI 441: 50% WFH, Hybrid Schools Amid Severe Pollution

• Delhi's AQI reached 441 (Severe), prompting the implementation of stricter pollution norms.
• The Delhi government mandated 50% staff in government and private offices to work from home.
• Schools for classes up to XI (excluding Class X) will operate in a hybrid (online/physical) mode.
• These measures were invoked under Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).
• Stage IV restrictions also include prohibiting entry of non-essential trucks into Delhi.

Why It Matters: Delhi's severe pollution forces WFH and hybrid schools, impacting health and routine.