Some other steps taken by the Delhi government include extra Metro trips, ban on construction work, dedicated shuttle buses for government employees and primary schools being shut.

Stringent anti-pollution measures under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) came into force on Friday, following an order from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM).

Chief Minister Atishi announced a revision of working hours across government offices to combat pollution and reduce traffic congestion on Friday.

GRAP stage 3 will come into force at 8am on Friday. The Delhi government announced that classes for primary schools will be shifted to online.

The air pollution condition has worsened in Delhi NCR as AQI remains in severe category for the second consecutive day. The Delhi government has implemented GRAP III restrictions in Delhi.

Air pollution choking New Delhi has ground outdoor work to a halt and disrupted air travel in the Indian capital.

This measure comes as part of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-III), which aims to combat severe air pollution levels.

Eczema cases are rising in areas with high air pollution, according to a Yale University study. Exposure to fine particulate matter doubles the risk of developing eczema. Poor air quality may also worsen symptoms in existing cases.

Delhi and its surrounding areas woke to hazardous air quality on November 15th, with smog blanketing the region. The Air Quality Index (AQI) reached alarming levels, exceeding 1,000 in some areas. Authorities implemented GRAP Stage III restrictions,

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), meanwhile, imposed GRAP 3 measures as the national capital recorded the worst pollution levels in the country.