New Delhi: Amid the rising air pollution in the national capital, the primary schools have been shut from Saturday onwards till the air quality improves, Delhi Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal made the announcement on Friday.
” We’re taking all steps to control the pollution situation. In lieu of that, we’re shutting down all primary schools in Delhi from tomorrow… Also shutting down outdoor activities for all classes above class 5,” Delhi CM, Arvind Kejriwal, said.
Delhi CM further hinted at the likelihood of re-introducing the odd-even scheme in the national capital.
“We’re also mulling whether the odd-even scheme for vehicles should be implemented,” Kejriwal added.
The series of announcements were made in a joint address with Punjab Chief Minister, Bhagwant Mann.
“Air pollution is a North India problem. AAP, Delhi Govt or the Punjab govt are not solely responsible. Now not the time for a blame game,” Kejriwal said.
The Air Quality in the national capital continued to remain in the ‘severe’ category for two consecutive days, the SAFAR (System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research) on Friday reveals that the stubble-burning contributed 34% to Delhi’s PM 2.5 pollution.
The air quality in Delhi continued to remain in the ‘severe’ category on Friday morning as the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of the city jumped to 472.
Noida, which is part of the national capital region, recorded an AQI of 562 and continued to remain in the ‘severe’ category, while Gurugram’s AQI stood at 539 and continued to remain in the ‘severe’, as per data released by SAFAR (System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research) India.