Overview
- From November 15 to February 15, Delhi government offices will run 10:00 am–6:30 pm and MCD offices 8:30 am–5:00 pm, replacing schedules that previously overlapped by only 30 minutes.
- Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the change after a review with Environment Department scientists to spread peak traffic and cut vehicle emissions.
- CPCB readings placed Delhi in the very poor category on Friday (AQI about 309–322), with forecasts citing rising shares from stubble burning and transport in the coming days.
- The PWD is hiring 200 truck‑mounted anti‑smog guns for October–February at roughly ₹58.8 crore, alongside mandated installations on tall buildings and inter‑state bus terminals.
- A citywide road‑cleaning push with 200 maintenance vans is underway, and the government has warned of strict implementation with a potential extension based on data and public feedback.