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Delhi urges work-from-home as smog levels hit hazardous mark
✍️ latestly.com
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 06:31 AM
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The Delhi administration has advised residents to work from home as air‑quality indices soar to hazardous levels due to severe smog.
Delhi officials issued a work‑from‑home advisory on October 1, 2026, citing a sharp rise in smog that has pushed air‑quality readings into the hazardous range. The directive applies to government offices and encourages private sector employees to avoid commuting until conditions improve.
Health experts warned that prolonged exposure to the current pollutant levels could aggravate respiratory ailments, especially among children, the elderly and those with pre‑existing conditions. Citizens were urged to keep windows closed, use air purifiers where possible, and limit outdoor activities.
Transport authorities announced that certain bus routes and metro services may operate on reduced schedules to minimize crowding and reduce exposure. The advisory will be reviewed periodically based on real‑time air‑quality monitoring data.
The city’s pollution control board continues to monitor emissions from industrial zones and vehicular traffic, aiming to bring the AQI back within safe limits. Residents are advised to stay informed through official channels for updates on the work‑from‑home recommendation.
Health experts warned that prolonged exposure to the current pollutant levels could aggravate respiratory ailments, especially among children, the elderly and those with pre‑existing conditions. Citizens were urged to keep windows closed, use air purifiers where possible, and limit outdoor activities.
Transport authorities announced that certain bus routes and metro services may operate on reduced schedules to minimize crowding and reduce exposure. The advisory will be reviewed periodically based on real‑time air‑quality monitoring data.
The city’s pollution control board continues to monitor emissions from industrial zones and vehicular traffic, aiming to bring the AQI back within safe limits. Residents are advised to stay informed through official channels for updates on the work‑from‑home recommendation.