In a concerning turn of events, the air quality in Delhi has reverted to the ‘very poor’ category after a brief period of improvement. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) at 7:00 am, the Air Quality Index (AQI) for the national capital stood at 316. This shift follows a notable improvement in air quality over the past few days, where Delhi had moved into the ‘poor’ range.
Despite this decline, it’s noteworthy that no location within Delhi reported ‘severe’ air quality today. However, Delhi secured the third position in the list of the top 10 most polluted cities in India, underlining the persisting challenges in combating air pollution.
Various locations across Delhi showcased air quality levels falling within the ‘very poor’ and ‘poor’ categories. Jahangirpuri recorded the most alarming air quality with an AQI of 334, while Aya Nagar marked the best air quality with an AQI of 176, classifying it as ‘moderate.’
The recent improvement in Delhi’s air quality was attributed to rainfall on December 3. However, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a dry spell for the national capital until December 12, with no anticipated rainfall.
Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 9.4 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 25.7 degrees Celsius, according to IMD data. The prevailing weather conditions include a mainly clear sky with mist or shallow fog in the morning, with similar patterns expected until December 12.
