NEW DELHI: The national capital continued to struggle with deteriorating air quality on Sunday morning, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) registering 385, placing it firmly in the “very poor” category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Data from the CPCB’s Sameer app indicated that 18 monitoring stations in Delhi recorded air quality in the “severe” range, while 20 stations registered “very poor” levels, with AQI readings exceeding 300.
For context, the CPCB classifies air quality as follows:
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0–50: Good
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51–100: Satisfactory
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101–200: Moderate
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201–300: Poor
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301–400: Very Poor
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401–500: Severe
Meteorological data showed that the minimum temperature in Delhi settled at 9°C, around 4.5 degrees below the season’s average, while humidity at 8:30 a.m. stood at 81%. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 27°C, with the sky remaining mostly clear throughout the day, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Residents are being advised to limit outdoor activities, particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and those with respiratory issues, as prolonged exposure to very poor air quality can cause health complications, including breathing difficulties and irritation of the eyes and throat.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, urging citizens to take precautions while outdoor pollution levels remain alarmingly high.
