Delhi’s Air Quality Sees Improvement, Yet Concerns Persist in Some Areas: Delhiites are breathing a sigh of relief after nearly two months of deteriorating air quality. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) has dropped to 161, placing it in the “moderate” category. AQI quality represents a notable improvement, and the period of relief looks forward to continuing for the next 2 to 3 days.
This morning, the overall AQI in Delhi stood at 161, down from 178 the previous day. However, certain areas, including Arip Puram, Jangiri Puri, and MKA, still reported air quality in the “poor” category.
According to the report, early in the day a thin layer of winter smog lingered in the city. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 9°C today, with mist in the air.
On Monday, the Supreme Court rejected a proposal to lift the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage 4 measures intended to combat air pollution in Delhi.
The court said that it would hear arguments on this matter at the next hearing. Meanwhile, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought a response from the central government regarding the ongoing air pollution crisis in the capital.
The NGT took suo motu cognizance of a report highlighting the reasons behind Delhi’s persistent air pollution. The green panel expressed concerns about worsening weather conditions, with falling temperatures and reduced wind speeds preventing pollutants such as dust, smoke, and other harmful particles from dispersing. It has resulted in pollutants remaining trapped in the air for extended periods, exacerbating the city’s air quality challenges.
