Delhi Air Quality Remains ‘Very Poor’ for Sixth Day; Several Stations Slip Into ‘Severe’ Zone

By A Staff Reporter

The Delhi's air continued to grapple with hazardous pollution levels on Wednesday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) staying firmly in the ‘very poor’ category for the sixth consecutive day. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the overall AQI was recorded at 391, only a few points short of slipping into the ‘severe’ range.

Data from the CPCB’s Sameer app revealed an alarming trend across monitoring stations in the city. Out of 38 stations, 18 reported AQI levels in the ‘severe’ category, reflecting extremely hazardous air conditions. The remaining stations mostly hovered in the ‘very poor’ bracket, underscoring widespread deterioration in air quality.

Environmental experts warn that sustained exposure to such pollution levels can lead to serious health risks, especially for children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory ailments. The city has been experiencing a combination of factors—stagnant wind flow, increased vehicular emissions, and seasonal particulate accumulation—that continue to worsen pollution levels.