The Delhi government has decided to shut schools and other educational institutions, and ban the entry of vehicles from outside, except for essential services, till further orders amid rising pollution levels in the national capital, Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced on Wednesday.It has also decided to extend work from home for Delhi government employees and the ban on construction and demolition activities till Sunday.

The Delhi government has decided to shut schools and other educational institutions, and ban the entry of vehicles from outside, except for essential services, till further orders amid rising pollution levels in the national capital, Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced on Wednesday.It has also decided to extend work from home for Delhi government employees and the ban on construction and demolition activities till Sunday.