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Delhi's Air Quality Hits Severe; Supreme Court Steps In

11/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Delhi's air quality has reached "severe."
The Supreme Court will address the air pollution crisis on November 12.
On November 10, the Central Pollution Control Board reported PM2.5 levels at 438, nearly 30 times the World Health Organization safe limit.
Real-time air quality reporting systems were disrupted for several hours.
Schools are conducting hybrid classes, and non-essential construction is banned.

History

Historical Context

Delhi's air quality crisis has deep roots, with PM2.5 levels exceeding 400 micrograms per cubic meter in 2019, prompting Supreme Court intervention. The situation worsened in November 2023, with levels reaching 438, nearly 30 times the WHO's safe limit. Contributing factors include stubble burning and vehicular emissions, highlighting the urgent need for effective environmental policies to protect public health.

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Story summary

Delhi's air quality has reached "severe."
The Supreme Court will address the air pollution crisis on November 12.
On November 10, the Central Pollution Control Board reported PM2.5 levels at 438, nearly 30 times the World Health Organization safe limit.
Real-time air quality reporting systems were disrupted for several hours.
Schools are conducting hybrid classes, and non-essential construction is banned.

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