Delhi shuts schools, bans construction as pollution levels hit new high
Briefly

The air quality in Delhi has reached severe levels with an AQI of 484, prompting authorities to close schools and ban non-essential vehicles to combat pollution.
The concentration of PM2.5 particulate matter in Delhi is alarming, at 39 times above the WHO's recommended levels, posing serious health risks.
Authorities hope that moving classes online will reduce traffic and improve air quality, as the city grapples with hazardous smog conditions.
Experts indicate that air quality scores may differ globally due to varying scales in pollutant concentration interpretation, complicating the comparative analysis of pollution.
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