News Delhi Delhi air quality deteriorates: Smog blankets city, orange alert issued | AQI drops to 'very poor' category

Delhi air quality deteriorates: Smog blankets city, orange alert issued | AQI drops to 'very poor' category

Delhi is shrouded in smog as pollution levels rise, with AQI ranging between 250 and 339 in various areas. An orange alert has been issued amid deteriorating air quality, severely impacting public health.

Image Source : PTI/FILE PHOTOAn MCD truck sprinkles water on a road to curb pollution, near Anand Vihar metro station in New Delhi.

Edited By: Nitin Kumar

October 18, 2024 9:55 IST

Even though the city got relief from the heat wave in early October, pollution levels in Delhi have soared. Over the past few days, the Air Quality Index (AQI) has fluctuated from 250 to 300, placing many areas in the “very poor” category. An orange warning has been issued across much of the city due to deteriorating air quality.

At India Gate, AQI has dropped to 270, while in areas like Anand Vihar, it has plummeted to 339. This rising pollution is having a severe impact on public health, with many areas blanketed in smog.

Here are some of the key AQI readings across Delhi:

Alipur: 308
Anand Vihar: 346
Bawana: 331
Burari: 327
Dwarka: 328
Jahangirpuri: 354
Mundka: 373
Narela: 320
Rohini: 362

Elevated levels of pollution pose serious health risks, especially for vulnerable groups. Officials recommend avoiding outdoor activities during peak pollution periods.