The spike in pollution comes barely a day after authorities lifted the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage-III restrictions, which are enforced to curb severe pollution levels.
This situation is extremely harmful not only for Delhi residents but especially for children, the elderly, and those suffering from respiratory diseases.
Several vital thoroughfares, such as Connaught Place, Mathura Road, and the vicinity of Bharat Mandapam’s Gate No. 7, witnessed severe waterlogging, impacting commuter movement.
With temperatures already touching 36 degrees Celsius at India Gate by 9.30 a.m., the day is expected to bring even more discomfort to residents as the mercury is projected to climb further.
At 7 AM, the capital recorded a temperature of 11.2 degrees Celsius, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) hovering at a concerning 353, categorising the air as 'very poor'
New Delhi: After experiencing two days of moderate air quality, the air quality in the national capital has deteriorated again, falling into the ‘poor’ category. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported that the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 242 at 6 am on Monday. While the AQI fluctuates, the weather is also.