The level of air pollution in Delhi continues to be serious. A layer of poisonous smog has covered the sky in various areas of the capital. Due to which people’s lives are being deeply affected. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, the air quality index crossed 300 in many areas, falling into the ‘very poor’ category.
AQI levels in major areas
The effect of air pollution is clearly visible in many major areas of Delhi. The blanket of fog dimmed even the sunlight in areas like Anand Vihar, Ghazipur, India Gate and Dutta Path, ITO and Akshardham Temple.
Anand Vihar – 383 AQI
Ghazipur – 383 AQI
India Gate – 312 AQI
ITO – 331 AQI
Akshardham Temple – 383 AQI
These figures show that the air quality situation in the entire city is worrying. The ‘very poor’ category has an AQI between 301 and 400, which can aggravate respiratory problems, especially for children, the elderly and those with pre-existing medical conditions.
