Delhi’s air quality managed to stay below ‘severe’ levels this Diwali, with Environment Minister Gopal Rai crediting public compliance for reduced firecracker use. Find out more about AQI levels, pollution control measures, and how government actions have impacted Delhi’s air quality.
Delhi air pollution: The AQI level at Anand Vihar was recorded at 419 and remained in the "severe" category and the air quality remained "very poor" in several areas like Alipur, Ashok Vihar, Aya Nagar, Bawana, Burari, Dwarka, IGI Airport (T3),
Diwali 2024: Maharashtra imposed a complete ban on firecrackers and allowed only green crackers that produce around 30% less pollution than traditional ones. Moreover, the Mumbai Police banned the use and sale of sky lanterns from October 23 to November 24.
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Haryana registered a total of 665 incidents of stubble burning, with Kaithal recording 129 cases- the highest in the state till October 22. Although FIRs have been registered against 20 farmers in the district and 18 have been arrested and released on bail
The Supreme Court had asked the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to explain about the steps being taken to curb air pollution due to crop residue burning. Delhi is grappling with a significant increase in air pollution, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded in 'very poor' category.
India achieved a 19.3% reduction in particulate pollution in 2022, the second-largest global decrease after Bangladesh, according to the "Air Quality Life Index" 2024 report by EPIC. This drop has increased the average life expectancy of Indians by one year.
It is crucial to address and improve air quality to protect lung health, as poor air quality can have long-term consequences on a person's respiratory function and overall well-being.
Delhi faces its coldest spell of the winter with a minimum temperature of 3.5 degrees Celsius, marking the season's lowest. The Central Pollution Control Board records a 'severe' Air Quality Index (AQI) at 447, accompanied by dense fog, the longest this season.
The restrictions under Stage III of anti-pollution measures have been reimposed in the Delhi-National Capital Region due to the deterioration of air quality into the severe category.
Key locations such as IGI Airport (T3), New Moti Bagh, and Punjabi Bagh register 'very poor' air quality, with AQI ranging from 355 to 397. Notably, areas like ITO, Anand Vihar, and Ashok Vihar hit the 'severe' category, recording AQI levels of 400 to 415.
The IMD has predicted a clear sky during the day while the maximum temperature is likely to settle around 25 degrees Celsius.
The National Capital Region (NCR), encompassing Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad, is experiencing 'severe'' pollution levels. Earlier this week, Delhi's air quality was categorized as 'Severe' on Monday morning with an AQI of 307 at nine o'clock.
On Sunday, a mainly clear sky and shallow fog are likely to take place in Delhi, and dense fog is likely from Monday onwards. Delhi's relative humidity on Sunday was noted at 100 per cent at 8.30 am with no rainfall recorded in the last 24 hours, the weather office said.
Delhi's air quality remained in 'very poor' category on Saturday. The locals woke up to a thick layer of haze and some even complained of breathing issues.
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced on November 29 that, with a slight improvement in air quality, the ban on construction and demolition activities has been lifted.
The delicate tie between air quality and kidney health must be paid attention to in the big weave of health. In doing so, we have to guard ourselves as closely against the invisible dangers that are all around us, that we filter out of the air when we inhale.
The BSPCB's proactive measures underline the urgency of addressing the air quality crisis in the state and reflect a commitment to mitigating the health risks associated with poor air quality.
The NGT pointed out that cities in Punjab are "engulfed in smoke" and asked if there was any improvement in the situation in the state. Punjab and the northeastern states, including the national capital region have been reeling under massive air pollution for over a week.
The national capital region received light rainfall on early Friday. Delhi has been witnessing 'Severe' air quality for nearly one week as thick layer of smog engulfed the city. The visibility improved significantly early Friday morning as the rain lashed the city at night.
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