Delhi’s air quality improved marginally on Tuesday morning nearly two days after the national capital reeled under toxic air pollution.
Delhi’s air quality improved marginally on Tuesday morning nearly two days after the national capital reeled under toxic air pollution. However, it remains in the ‘Poor’ category.
According to the Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS), the air quality index (AQI) dropped to 274 this morning from 307 on Monday, which was categorised as ‘Very Poor’. This marks a significant improvement in air quality compared to the past few days when the national capital witnessed AQI crossing the ‘Severe’ category at most places.
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The visuals show a thick layer of smog enveloping the national capital, reducing visibility and causing breathing difficulties ahead of Diwali celebrations. Experts say the situation is expected to deteriorate further in the coming days due to factors including wind speed and stubble burning.
As per the Central Pollution Control Board, the AQI when marked under the ‘Poor’ category can cause breathing discomfort to most people on prolonged exposure, whereas, when under the ‘Very Poor’ category, it can cause respiratory illness on prolonged exposure.
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The AQI around the national capital’s Lodhi Road and surrounding areas was recorded at 255, categorised as ‘Poor’ according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Further, the air quality around ITO and surrounding areas was recorded at 261, falling under the ‘Poor’ category.
AQI Crossed 400-Mark On This Day
The air quality at several areas in the national capital, including Anand Vihar, slipped into the ‘Severe’ category on Sunday, October 27, at 405. In Bawana, the AQI was recorded at 398, marked as ‘Very Poor,’ according to CPCB.
As air pollution becomes an increasingly urgent health concern, the Centre released a new advisory urging people to check air quality indices before going outside.
In its advisory, shared with all states and UTs, it has also asked people to avoid heavily congested areas.
Vulnerable populations, such as the elderly, pregnant women and those with pre-existing conditions like respiratory and cardiovascular diseases should restrict outdoor activities such as sports and exercise, the advisory issued by Atul Goel, director general of health services, stated.
