Delhi air turns severe after Diwali, Prayagraj AQI crosses 500
CNN Central News & Networks / ITDC India ePress / ITDC News / Agencies, Bhopal:
Air quality in Delhi-NCR recorded a sharp deterioration after fireworks on Diwali. On the morning of Monday, November 9, the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossed 400 in several areas of the capital. According to Central Pollution Control Board data, Delhi’s average AQI at 6 am was 366, while Sonia Vihar recorded 449. Burari Crossing recorded 445 and Vivek Vihar 441. Dense smog covered several areas and visibility was also affected.
In NCR, Noida’s Sector 62 recorded an AQI of 404, while Vasundhara in Ghaziabad stood at 395. Pollution conditions also remained serious in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Available real-time data showed the city’s AQI rising above 500. Reports said pollution also increased in several other cities of the state after Diwali.
Along with pollution, the impact of cold has begun to increase in Uttar Pradesh’s weather. A fall in morning and night temperatures has led to a chill being felt in many areas. On the other hand, temperatures in some places in Rajasthan remain above normal. Because of this variation in weather, differences are being seen between day and night temperatures in different parts of the state.
In view of air pollution in Delhi-NCR, the third stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is in force. Experts have advised children, the elderly and people suffering from respiratory illnesses to limit unnecessary outdoor activities.
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