Delhi Pollution Photos: Schools Reopen After Extended Diwali Break, Students Wear Anti-Pollution Masks

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Schools reopened on Wednesday after an extended Diwali break due to pollution with a large number of students seen using anti-pollution masks to protect them from health hazard.

School holiday for all government and public schools were also declared by Delhi government and municipal corporations. (ANI)

Taking cognizance of air pollution levels in Delhi-NCR crossed hazardous category, Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority on Friday declared a public health emergency. (ANI)

While the pollution levels have gradually come down since Sunday, the AQI still remains in the 'poor' category. (ANI)

Students wear anti-pollution masks to schools, as the air quality continues to be poor. (ANI)

A layer of smog continues to cover the sky in the national capital. Visuals from the area around India Gate where the air quality remains in 'Unhealthy' category this morning. (ANI)