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Delhi's Air Quality Stays Poor, AQI at 209 Amid Smoggy Mornings

Delhi's air quality remained in the 'poor' category on Thursday morning, with an AQI of 209 recorded near India Gate. Multiple monitoring stations across the city, including Anand Vihar and Bawana, reported similarly poor air quality levels. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued misty morning conditions over the coming days alongside a gradual rise in temperatures. No weather warnings have been issued for the city despite the persistent smog and reduced visibility.

Key Points: Delhi Air Quality Poor, AQI 209, Smog Covers City

  • AQI in 'poor' category at 209
  • Anand Vihar records highest AQI at 218
  • Misty mornings to persist for days
  • Temperatures rising to 28°C
  • No weather warnings issued
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Air quality in Delhi remains in poor category with AQI at 209

Delhi's air remains in the 'poor' category with an AQI of 209. Smog reduces visibility as temperatures rise. Get the latest CPCB and IMD updates.

"A layer of smog covered several parts of Delhi, affecting visibility during the early morning hours."

New Delhi, Feb 12

The air quality in the national capital remained in the 'poor' category on Thursday morning, with the Air Quality Index recorded at 209 around 7 a.m., according to the Central Pollution Control Board. A layer of smog covered several parts of Delhi, affecting visibility during the early morning hours.

As per CPCB data, the AQI near India Gate and Kartavya Path stood at 209, which falls under the 'poor' category.

At 8 a.m., several monitoring stations across the city also reported poor air quality. Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 218, Bawana 259, Chandni Chowk 162, DTU 169, ITO 193, Jahangirpuri 240, Mundka 201, Okhla Phase-2 200, Pusa 124, Patparganj 201, Rohini 229, Sonia Vihar 204, and Wazirpur 257.

Weather conditions remained relatively warm for mid-February. The maximum temperature on Thursday is expected to be around 26 degrees Celsius, while the minimum is likely to settle near 12 degrees Celsius, as per India Meteorological Department (IMD) data. Mist was observed during the early hours, and no weather warning has been issued for the city.

The IMD stated that misty conditions are likely to continue over the coming days, particularly during the mornings, while temperatures are expected to rise gradually.

On February 13, Delhi is likely to record a maximum temperature of around 27 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 12 degrees Celsius. Mist is expected during the morning hours, with no warning in place.

February 14 is expected to see slightly warmer conditions, with the maximum temperature likely to touch 28 degrees Celsius and the minimum around 13 degrees Celsius. Mist may persist during the early morning hours.

Similar weather conditions are expected to continue on February 15, with the maximum temperature likely to remain near 28 degrees Celsius and the minimum around 14 degrees Celsius. Morning mist is forecast, and no weather alerts have been issued.

On February 16 and 17, temperatures are expected to remain steady, with daytime highs of around 28 degrees Celsius and nighttime temperatures near 14 degrees Celsius. Misty mornings are likely to continue, while overall weather conditions are expected to remain stable.

- IANS

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Aman W
Anand Vihar at 218 and Bawana at 259! These are alarming numbers. The article talks about mist, but let's call it what it is - smog. The focus seems to be more on the pleasant temperatures than the public health emergency outside our windows.
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Rohit P
Living in Rohini, I can confirm the visibility was terrible this morning. Had to drive with extra caution. The odd-even scheme needs to come back, and stricter action on construction dust and waste burning is non-negotiable.
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Sarah B
As someone who moved to Delhi for work, the air quality is my biggest concern. It's February and still 'poor'. Back home, this would be a major news crisis. Here, it's just another day. The normalization is worrying.
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Vikram M
The data is clear, but where is the urgent action? We hear about plans every year, but the AQI tells the real story. Citizens are doing their bit with masks and purifiers. It's time for systemic change, not just weather reports.
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Kavya N
It's not just Delhi. The entire NCR suffers. We need a coordinated regional approach with Haryana and UP. Pointing fingers at stubble burning for a few months ignores the year-round pollution from vehicles and industry. Jai Hind, but we need to breathe!

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