Delhi AQI touches 400: Many times over WHO limit, pollution in 'severe' category

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In most areas of Delhi, the AQI has once again reached the category of very poor to hazardous.

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Overview of the air pollution in the Indian city of Delhi
Meanwhile, a report by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), said the PM2.5 levels decreased by 4 per cent as compared to Diwali last year.
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On Friday a day after the Diwali celebration, the city's air quality was recorded in the 'very poor' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board..
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The Air Quality Index (AQI) crossed 400 in many places like Anand Vihar (457) Ashok Vihar (419) and Bawana (414).
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In areas like Punjabi Bagh, Wazirpur, Ashok Vihar, Bawana, Jahangirpuri, Mundka, Rohini, Moti Bagh, and Patparganj, the air quality worsened with AQI hit the..
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Air quality index

Measure of air pollution
Despite the temporary relief provided by the winds, Delhi saw a spike in pollution levels following Diwali, with a noticeable jump recorded on Sunday.
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