The Air Quality Index (AQI) of Delhi, one of the world’s most polluted cities, has exceeded 400 AQI in several parts, and there seems to be no hope for an improvement in the pollution situation.
New Delhi: The air quality in the national capital continued to remain in the ‘severe’ category on Thursday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) surpassing the 400 mark in several places, according to the Central Pollution Control Board at 8 am. After a few days of relief, Delhi has been witnessing a steep increase in AQI levels following a marginal improvement on Sunday. The visibility early in the morning also remained low in the city. Despite a momentary improvement in Delhi’s air quality last week, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has lifted the restrictions imposed under GRAP 4. Nevertheless, the ongoing struggle against pollution is apparent, as trucks and buses are now permitted back into the city.
#WATCH | The Air Quality Index (AQI) across Delhi continues to be in ‘Severe’ category in some areas as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
(Visuals from India Gate, shot at 6:30 am) pic.twitter.com/KWya28WnmO
— ANI (@ANI) November 23, 2023
Delhi Air Pollution: AQI in Different Areas
- RK Puram: 415
- Alipur: 414
- Anand Vihar: 387
- Ashok Vihar: 386
- Dwarka Sector 8: 412
- IGI T3: 398
- ITO: 343
- Jahangirpuri: 434
- JLN stadium: 382
- Narela: 395
- Najafgarh: 371
- New Moti Bagh: 395
- Okhla Phase-2: 406
- Patparganj: 398
- Punjabi Bagh: 424
- RK Puram: 415
- Rohini: 419
- Shadipur: 331
- Vivek Vihar: 412
- Wazirpur: 422
Delhi Air Pollution: Noida Air Quality
The air quality index in Sector 125 was recorded 349, Sector 62 reported 356 AQI, while AQI in Sector 1 was 334. He AQI reported in Sector 116 was 361.
Delhi Air Pollution:
According to the meteorological department, there is a possibility of a change in the weather of Delhi-NCR in the next few days. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has highlighted that Delhi’s air quality is currently the most polluted in the country. Delhi ranks first on the global list of the most polluted cities, with three Indian cities—Delhi, Kolkata, and Mumbai—included in it.
Delhi Air Pollution: GRAP 4 Regulations
To curb pollution and ensure adherence to anti-pollution measures, police are inspecting trucks carrying non-essential goods at different borders including the Ghazipur and the Tikri borders, as part of the GRAP 4 regulations.
Under Delhi’s air pollution control strategy (GRAP Stage IV), only CNG, electric, and BS VI-compliant vehicles from other states are permitted to enter the city, excluding those involved in essential services.
Every Third Child in Delhi Asthmatic
The Delhi High Court has expressed its concern over the deteriorating air pollution and stated that it is the responsibility of the authorities to ensure that the air quality index (AQI) comes down, citing every third child in the national capital is asthmatic. The court made this statement while assessing different aspects of enhancing Delhi’s greenery, including the process of deconcretizing trees to provide them with more breathing room, eliminating encroachments from the Southern Ridge area, and designating a new forest area for preservation.
Delhi Air Pollution: Weather Condition, Stubble Burning Primary Reasons
Adverse meteorological conditions, along with emissions from firecrackers, stubble burning, and local sources of pollution, combine to push the air quality in Delhi-NCR to hazardous levels during the winter season. According to the news agency ANI, there have been over 2,500 reported cases of stubble burning this year.