With AQI at ‘moderate’ Delhi continues to breathe easy
The highest air pollution level was measured in the Shadipur area with an AQI reading of 264 followed by Nehru Nagar at 232, Mundka at 221, Jahangirpuri at 210, and IHBAS Dilshad Garden at 203.
The highest air pollution level was measured in the Shadipur area with an AQI reading of 264 followed by Nehru Nagar at 232, Mundka at 221, Jahangirpuri at 210, and IHBAS Dilshad Garden at 203.
The toxic air was no different from that of Monday when the AQI remained under the 'severe plus' category with a reading above 450.
According to reports, more than 20 trains were delayed and at least eight flights diverted due to low visibility.
With a thick blanket of smog enveloping the national capital, its air quality reeled under the ‘severe plus’ category with…
This level of pollution is a major cause of concern for the residents, especially those already suffering from respiratory problems.
At 4 pm on Thursday, Delhi's average AQI was 424, and to prevent further deterioration, the sub- committee decided to invoke GRAP - III.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the average AQI in Delhi was recorded at 334, with PM 2.5 being the prominent pollutant in the air.
Delhi's overall AQI clocked 278 on Saturday as per the 4PM AQI bulletin provided by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
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