Delhi Pollution: Air Quality Remains In `Very Poor` Category

Delhi-NCR is experiencing deteriorating air quality as the region enters its annual pollution crisis period, coinciding with the approach of Diwali. While Diwali celebrations, particularly fireworks, contribute to short-term air quality degradation, the issue stems from multiple factors including stubble burning, vehicular emissions, construction dust, and unfavorable weather conditions. The timing of Diwali amid these existing conditions intensifies public debate about pollution sources and solutions. #Diwali2024 #DelhiNCR #Pollution #AQI #PollutionCrisis #Diwali #Delhinews #DelhiPollution #Oneindia #Oneindianews

The previous day, October 23, Delhi registered the worst air quality in India, with several areas reaching 'severe' pollution levels, as reported by the Central...

The air quality in some parts of the national capital was recorded in the 'severe’ category.

The air quality index from 0 to 100 is considered 'good', 100 to 200 'moderate', 200 to 300 'poor', 300 to 400 'very poor' and from 400 to 500 or above 'severe'.