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New Delhi: The air quality in Delhi has deteriorated significantly, with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reporting an alarming average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 448 at 7 A.M. on Thursday. Surrounding cities in the National Capital Region (NCR) also exhibit critical pollution levels, with Faridabad recording an AQI of 289, Gurugram at 370, Ghaziabad at 386, Greater Noida at 351, and Noida at 366.
In Delhi, many areas are facing severe pollution, with AQI values ranging from 400 to 500, categorized as ‘severe plus.’ Specific locations show particularly troubling numbers: Anand Vihar (478), Ashok Vihar (472), Bawana (454), Burari Crossing (473), Mathura Road (467), Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range (451), Dwarka Sector 8 (460), ITO (475), Jahangirpuri (478), and Punjabi Bagh (476). Other affected areas include Nehru Nagar (485), Rohini (470), Vikas Marg (466), and Vivek Vihar (475).
These hazardous levels pose serious health risks, especially to vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory illnesses. The spike in pollution coincides with cold weather conditions and fluctuating humidity, with minimum temperatures in some areas exceeding 5 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.
Calm winds and increased humidity have led to shallow fog, exacerbating pollution issues. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has cautioned that the smoggy conditions may continue in the upcoming days, potentially worsening with the intensifying cold wave.
This situation highlights the critical need for pollution control measures, as residents of Delhi-NCR face dangerous air quality and associated health risks. The CPCB labels an AQI above 400 as “severe,” signaling acute health threats for all residents. Authorities are urging strict implementation of anti-pollution measures and advising vulnerable groups to minimize outdoor activities.
With the winter season deepening alongside rising pollution levels, Delhi-NCR continues to grapple with the challenge of smog.
