"Authorities in India 's capital Delhi rolled out strict measures on Wednesday in an attempt to curb pollution, including a ban on vehicles not compliant with the latest emission control norms and regulating attendance in private and government offices. The air quality index in the Delhi region, home to 30 million people, has been in the "severe" category for the past few days, often crossing the 450 mark. In addition, shallow fog in parts of the city worsened visibility that affected flights and trains."
"The curbs ban the entry of older diesel trucks into the city, suspend construction, including on public projects, and impose hybrid schooling. Kapil Mishra, a minister in the local government, announced on Wednesday that all private and government offices in the city would operate with 50 per cent attendance, with the remainder working from home, apart from some exceptions. Additionally, all registered construction workers, many of them earning daily wages, would be given compensation of 10,000 rupees (US$110) because of the ban."
Delhi's air quality regularly deteriorates each winter as cold air traps emissions from vehicles, construction activities, and crop burning. The region's air quality index has been in the "severe" category, often surpassing 450, while shallow fog has reduced visibility and disrupted flights and trains. The Commission for Air Quality Management invoked stage four of the graded response action plan for Delhi and surrounding areas. Measures include banning older diesel trucks, suspending construction including public projects, implementing hybrid schooling, and mandating 50% attendance at offices with remote work for the remainder. Registered construction workers will receive compensation of 10,000 rupees due to the construction suspension.
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