Delhi turns 'gas chamber': Delhiites gasp for breaths as toxic smog engulfs city | See photos
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Image Source : PTIDelhi witnessed cold, breezy winds across the city, accompanied by a layer of smog that lowered visibility.
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The sky is enveloped with smog as air quality continues to be "severe" in New Delhi.
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Delhi's overall AQI has crossed 400. Anand Vihar's AQI is 441 while Ashok Vihar's AQI is 440. The situation is worse in other areas of Delhi as well.
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The air quality in Delhi-NCR is deteriorating rapidly, becoming increasingly "toxic" as winter sets in. Pollution levels are rising in parallel with the drop in temperature, with areas such as Jahangirpuri, Okhla, Mundka, and Sarai Kale Khan all recording AQI levels above 400.
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The commuters face difficulty amid low visibility due to smog, bringing traffic to a standstill on several major roads.
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Low visibility conditions in the capital city and surrounding areas also led to delays in several trains and flights.
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A commuter was seen wearing a mask as he rides on a road enveloped by smog in the capital city.
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An aerial view shows houses engulfed in smog in New Delhi.
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To combat rising pollution levels in Delhi-NCR, the GRAP Stage 3 has been implemented. Under this phase, diesel vehicles registered in Delhi will be prohibited from operating. This restriction applies to key regions, including Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar.
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If the pollution levels in Delhi-NCR worsen further, GRAP Stage 4 may be implemented. In such a scenario, it is advised that children and the elderly avoid going outside as much as possible to minimize exposure to harmful air quality.
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Doctors say that to protect the body from the effects of pollution, there is a need to limit outdoor activities, especially during the morning and late evening hours, when air quality is usually poor.