Delhi’s air quality worsened to the “very poor” category, with the AQI recorded at 349 on Monday morning. The ongoing cold wave, coupled with fog and pollution, has intensified health concerns across the city.

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• AQI in Delhi hit 349, classified as “very poor,” according to CPCB.
• Anand Vihar recorded AQI at 407, Vivek Vihar at 390, and Wazirpur at 381.
• IMD forecasts moderate fog for the week, with minimum temperatures between 8-9°C.
• Maximum temperatures expected to range between 23-26°C.
• Thunderstorms and rain likely on January 22-23, with fog on other days.
• Air Quality Early Warning predicts AQI to remain in “Poor” or “Very Poor” range for the next six days.
• Persistent poor air quality poses health risks, especially for sensitive groups.
• Residents advised to limit outdoor activities and use air purifiers indoors.