Delhi Air Pollution: Rekha Gupta administration announces special working hours for 3 months—These are the new timings

The Rekha Gupta-led Delhi government on Friday announced special, shorter working hours for government offices in the national capital in light of the evolving air pollution situation in the city. The new timings will be in effect from November 15 to February 15.

Air Pollution Blankets Delhi | New government office timings for three months from November 15 to February 15

The Delhi government has announced the working hours of 10 am to 6:30 pm for the office in the city during the three-month period.

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For Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) offices, a new timing of 8:30 am to 5:00 pm will be in force during this period.

Normally, the following timings are applicable in the city:

• Delhi government offices: From 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
• MCD offices: From 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

Delhi AQI | Why have the new timings been announced

The decision has been taken in view of the rapid increase in air pollution in the city.

Every year, the national capital struggles against severe air quality during this time of the year, especially after the Diwali festival.

The development comes despite several measures undertaken by the BJP-led Union Territory government. The move is aimed at countering

Air Pollution in Delhi: Latest updates

Earlier on Friday, Delhi’s air quality showed signs of slight improvement, though the AQI remained 'poor' in several neighborhoods.

Government measures to solve air pollution in Delhi

A GRAP Stage II has been implemented for the area. The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has increased parking fees in the entire city by two times. Commercial goods vehicles that do not meet the BS-VI emission standard will not be allowed to enter Delhi, starting from November 1.

The Delhi government has carried out two rounds of cloud-seeding operations aimed at improving air quality. Authorities advised residents to take precautionary measures, such as wearing masks and avoiding unnecessary outdoor activities.