Delhi University Suspends Physical Classes Till Nov 23 as Air Quality Worsens

New Delhi: Delhi University would shift to online classes till November 23, varsity announced amid worsening air quality levels in city.

decision comes as Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi and National Capital Region (NCR) has reached "alarmingly high" levels, prompting concerns about health and safety. Delhi's h an AQI reing of 494 at 4 pm.

In a notification, university stated, "In larger interest of students of colleges and departments of University of Delhi, it has been decided that classes shall be conducted in online mode till Saturday 23rd November, 2024. Regular classes in physical mode to resume from Monday, 25th November 2024." schedule of examinations and interviews, however, remains unchanged, it said.

Delhi government has termed worsening air quality a "medical emergency" and urged institutions to take preventive measures to safeguard public health.

city's air pollution has been exacerbated by wear conditions, stubble burning and smog, leaving residents struggling with unbreathable air and reduced visibility.

Several schools and colleges in region have started shifting to online classes due to severity of pollution.