Delhi’s air quality has sharply declined, with the city recording a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 356, placing it firmly in the “very poor” category. This marks a notable deterioration from just two days ago when an AQI of 255 was reported, classified as “poor,” due to strong winds that had temporarily cleared pollutants.
As of this morning, several monitoring stations across Delhi recorded alarming AQI levels, with areas such as Alipur at 403, Anand Vihar at 406, Bawana at 404, Jahangirpuri at 414, Nehru Nagar at 408, Sonia Vihar at 401, and Vivek Vihar at 404 all exceeding the “severe” category, which indicates extremely hazardous conditions.
Other notable readings include ITO at 367, India Gate at 374, and Delhi University’s North Campus at 370, all reflecting a troubling rise in pollution levels.
In response to these hazardous conditions, residents, particularly vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and those with respiratory issues, are advised to take precautions.
Compounding the pollution crisis, drone footage has revealed toxic foam accumulating on the Yamuna River in Kalindi Kunj.
To combat the rising pollution, Public Works Department (PWD) vehicles are actively spraying water in various areas to mitigate dust levels.
In a proactive measure, Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi announced a comprehensive action plan aimed at improving air quality. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has mobilized 372 surveillance teams, 1,295 officers, and deployed a fleet of anti-smog guns to monitor and tackle pollution effectively.
