Delhi government orders offices to operate at half capacity due to toxic air, while private sector compliance remains unclear.

The Delhi government has ordered half of its staff to work from home, urging private organizations to follow suit as the national capital faces an alarmingly high level of air pollution. The move comes as Delhi recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 426 in the 'severe' category, with residents reporting health issues. Essential services will continue to operate at full capacity. The government has also advised companies to provide shuttle bus services for employees and suggested that private entities consider shifting office hours to reduce traffic congestion.

On Tuesday, Gurugram announced the implementation of work-from-home for all private institutions and corporate offices in the city starting November 20.

As air pollution worsens in Gurugram, the District Administration has taken urgent action to mitigate the health impacts. Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar on Tuesday announced that private institutions and multinational firms in the district will implement a 50 percent work-from-home policy starting

New Delhi, Nov 20 – As the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital reached a hazardous level of 526 on Wednesday, Delhi Environment Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Gopal Rai announced that 50% of the state government’s employees would work from home (WFH) to mitigate the effects of severe air pollution. […]

Earlier, the government announced staggered office timings for its offices and the MCD.

New Delhi: In order to put a check on the Delhi air pollution government and MCD offices shall operate with 50% staff strength said reports on Wednesday.