Delhi air quality remains in ‘very poor’ zone; AQI near 400 in this neighborhood

Delhi-NCR’s air quality had touched the ‘very poor’ category in several areas today, Monday. According to CPCB data, the overall AQI has had again deteriorates compared to yesterday, with many areas now in the ‘very poor’ and some leaning towards 'severe', category posing serious health risks to residents.

The AQI has crossed 380 mark in many regions of Delhi-NCR today, and leaning towards severe category again.

However, experts caution that both categories remain concerning and residents should continue to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from pollution.

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Environment specialists alert that the unceasing inhalation of such highly deteriorated air can lead respiratory problems, irritation in eyes, and also worsen the conditions of the heart and lungs that have been already bothering people. It was reported by a number of inhabitants that the hovering thick fog over the city all day long caused them to feel discomfort while breathing and to have their eyes and throats irritated.

Weather forecast of Delhi-NCR

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), temperatures in Delhi-NCR are expected to decline gradually over the next few days.

In Delhi, Safdarjung, the maximum temperature is likely to fall from 28 degree Celsius on November 10 to 27 degree Celsius on November 16, while the minimum temperature may remain constant at 10 degrees Celsius.

Whereas, in Noida the maximum temperature is likely to fall from 27 degree Celsius on November 10 to 26 degree Celsius on November 15.

The minimum temperature may fall from 12 degree Celsius to 11 degree Celsius. It is expected that fog or mist would occur in early morning these days.

IMD has forecast clear skies with cold winds blowing at speeds of 15–20 km/h, making mornings and evenings particularly chilly.

Meteorologists attribute the worsening air quality to a combination of low wind speed, falling temperatures, and rising humidity, which trap pollutants close to the surface. The ongoing stubble burning in neighbouring states is also contributing to the toxic haze, IANS reported.

Steps taken by Delhi government to control air pollution

Despite repeated efforts by authorities to curb pollution through vehicle restrictions, construction bans, and the use of anti-smog guns, the national capital continues to struggle for clean air.

Here are the major steps the Delhi government has taken to combat the worsening air pollution in the region:

• A GRAP Stage II has been implemented for the area.
• New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has increased parking fees in the entire city two times.
• Commercial goods vehicles that do not meet the BS-VI emission standard will not be allowed to enter Delhi, started from November 1.
• The Delhi government has carried out two rounds of cloud-seeding operations aimed at improving air quality.
• Authorities advised residents to take precautionary measures, such as wearing masks and avoiding unnecessary outdoor activities.
• Health experts have advised citizens, especially children and the elderly, to avoid outdoor activities and wear N95 masks when stepping out.

Current AQI of Delhi-NCR regions

Delhi

According to CPCB, an AQI between 0 and 50 is considered 'good', 51-100 'satisfactory', 101-200 'moderate', 201-300 'poor', 301-400 'very poor', and 401-500 'severe'.

Bawana: 411 (severe)

Wazirpur: 397

Jahangirpuri: 389

Burari Crossing: 389

Anand Vihar: 379

Mundka: 377

Okhla Phase-2: 373

ITO: 372

Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range: 365

CRRI Mathura Road: 364

RK Puram: 363

Alipur: 360

Chandni Chowk: 354

Ashok Vihar: 354

Ashok Vihar: 354

Mandir Marg: 340

Pusa: 328

Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium:323

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Noida

Sector-62: 321

Sector-116: 342

Sector-1: 322

Ghaziabad

Loni: 362

Vasundhara: 250

Sanjay Nagar: 310

Indirapuram: 281