Delhi NCR air quality index took a dip again today and reached the 'severe' mark again after minor improvement. TheHealthSite.com

With the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reading 422 at 6 AM on Saturday, Delhi was once again engulfed in a dense layer of poisonous haze as the air quality fell into the "Severe" category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB),

A thick layer of smog engulfed the national capital on Friday (November 22, 2024) while the air quality index in Delhi remained in the 'very poor' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). At 7 am on Friday, the CPCB recorded Delhi's AQI at 371, which placed it in the 'very poor' category.

Delhi faces a severe environmental crisis as the AQI hit hazardous levels in multiple areas. Delhi Police enforced vehicle checks and a ban on older diesel vehicles to combat air pollution, which has been critically impacting residents’ health.

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with an AQI of 381, despite slight improvements, as smog continues to disrupt daily life and pose serious health risks.

According to the Central Pollution Control Board data, the AQI level remained between 400 and 500 in 12 areas in Delhi

Weaker fog and surface winds of around 10km/hr failed to provide respite from air pollution, as Delhi recorded a 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) of 419

Delhi's air quality, recently categorized as 'severe', has improved slightly to 'very poor'. Yet, many areas remain impacted, hindering daily activities. With health concerns escalating, citizens urge government intervention.

A thick layer of smog engulfed the national capital on Friday while the air quality index in Delhi remained in the 'very poor' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Drone visuals from the Mayur Vihar and Kalindi Kunj areas revealed the thick density of smog.

The AQI in Anand Vihar was recorded as 457; the AQI in Ashok Vihar was 455; Chandni Chowk's AQI was 439 and RK Puram recorded an AQI of 421.