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All government and private primary schools in Delhi will remain closed for the next two days in view of rising pollution levels, chief minister Arvind Kejriwal announced Thursday night. Pollution levels in the national capital entered the “severe” zone for the first time this season on Thursday, with scientists warning of a further spike over the next two weeks.
In a post on ‘X’, the chief minister said, “In light of the rising pollution levels, all govt and private primary schools in Delhi will remain closed for the next 2 days.”
In a separate communication, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) said physical classes in its schools will remain closed for the next two days.
“In pursuance to order of Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas, it is decided that classes will be held through online mode in all MCD and MCD-aided schools on November 3 and 4. However, schools will remain open for teachers and staff,” the civic body stated.
Air Pollution in Mumbai
The AQI in Mumbai was slightly better as compared to yesterday. The overall AQI was recorded at 125. However, some areas like Chembur (TISS) and Coloba saw an AQI of 219 and 238, respectively.
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