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As Delhi Air Quality Deteriorates to ‘Poor’, SC Says 'Lawyers Can Work from Home'
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What Happened?
The Supreme Court discussed Delhi's worsening air quality, allowing lawyers to work from home while judges must attend court. The air quality index reached 316 in some areas.
Key points
- Justice Vikram Nath stated lawyers can work from home to avoid pollution.
- Judges are required to attend court in person despite the air quality.
- Delhi's air quality deteriorated to 'poor' with an AQI of 316 recorded.
- The AQI rose from 197 to 229 on Wednesday, according to CPCB.
- Sixteen monitoring stations reported moderate air quality, while 41 were in the poor category.
- The Air Quality Early Warning System predicts air quality may remain moderate to poor.
Key insights
- The decision may prompt more remote work arrangements in the legal profession.
- Worsening air quality could lead to increased health concerns for residents.
- The upcoming Diwali festival may exacerbate pollution levels further.
Why it matters
The Supreme Court's decision impacts legal proceedings amid worsening air quality in Delhi.
Source
Times Now
