Delhi’s air quality has plunged into the “very poor” category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 349 at 6 a.m. on Monday, as the city experiences an ongoing cold wave. Hazardous levels of pollution are expected to persist throughout the week.
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- AQI in Delhi reached 349, categorized as “Very Poor.”
- Areas like Anand Vihar (407), Vivek Vihar (390), and Wazirpur (381) saw hazardous AQI levels.
- India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts moderate fog for parts of Delhi throughout the week.
- Maximum temperatures expected between 23-26°C, and minimum temperatures between 8-9°C.
- Thunderstorms and rain expected on January 22 and 23.
- Air quality likely to remain in the “Poor” to “Very Poor” range until January 26.
- Cold wave and poor air quality worsening health concerns, especially for vulnerable groups.
- Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reports the situation is hazardous in multiple areas.
- Fog expected to persist on most days of the week.
- Government and health advisories urging limited outdoor exposure due to poor air quality.




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