Even as Delhi’s air quality improved slightly on Tuesday, it is likely to remain within ‘Very poor’ or upper end of Poor till Wednesday (November 9). According to System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR) data, at an AQI of 321, the national capital continued gasping for fresh air.

The air quality will remain within the upper end of Poor category due to weak upper-level wind flow, reduction in local emissions, and moderate dispersion of pollutants leading to dilution of near-surface pollution, the SAFAR forecast mentioned.

As the air quality improved in Delhi, the state government announced the reopening of schools on November 9 and lifted a few other restrictions, including curbs on the entry of trucks and small goods carrier vehicles into the national capital. Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that the ban on private demolition and construction work will continue.

However, schools have been asked to remove outdoor activities from their routines. The state government also brought back the work-from-home policy in offices.