Residents of Delhi and its surrounding areas are breathing toxic air as pollution levels escalated significantly, pushing the Air Quality Index (AQI) close to the ‘Severe’ mark at 397. Reports indicate that 20 air monitoring stations in the capital registered AQI levels within the Severe category, highlighting the extent of the air pollution problem. This alarming situation demands immediate attention and action to mitigate the health risks associated with such poor air quality.
Noida emerged as one of the worst-affected areas, with its AQI climbing to a critical 413, firmly within the Severe classification. Other localities within the National Capital Region also reported dangerously high pollution. Jahangirpuri registered an exceptionally high AQI of 455, while Rohini (458), Delhi Technological University (444), Anand Vihar (442), Bawana (439), Ashok Vihar (436), Burari (433), Alipur (412), ITO (409), and Dwarka (401) all experienced hazardous air quality. The widespread high AQI readings point to a critical environmental challenge impacting millions.