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Delhi AQI at 273, Remains 'Poor' Despite Marginal Improvement

Delhi's air quality showed a marginal improvement, with the overall AQI recorded at 273, yet it remains firmly in the 'poor' category. Several key monitoring stations, including Anand Vihar and Chandni Chowk, reported AQI levels in the 'very poor' range. The India Meteorological Department has forecast rain and thunderstorms with gusty winds throughout the day. Meanwhile, the Commission for Air Quality Management has revoked Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan while urging continued adherence to earlier stages.

Key Points: Delhi Air Quality: AQI 273, 'Poor' Category | GRAP Stage III Revoked

  • AQI at 273 in 'poor' category
  • Anand Vihar, Patpadganj areas 'very poor'
  • IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms
  • CAQM revokes GRAP Stage III
  • Citizens urged to follow GRAP Stages I & II
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Delhi sees marginal AQI improvement to 273, remains in 'poor' category

Delhi's AQI improved slightly to 273 but remains 'poor'. Key areas like Anand Vihar reported 'very poor' levels. IMD forecasts rain, CAQM revokes GRAP Stage III.

"citizens are requested to strictly adhere to the citizen charter under Stages II and I - Commission for Air Quality Management"

New Delhi, January 28

The national capital witnessed a slight improvement in air quality on Wednesday morning, with the overall Air Quality Index recorded at 273 at around 7 am, keeping it in the 'poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board.

The air quality improved slightly from Tuesday, with the AQI at 294. However, large parts of the city remained enveloped in smog, and the overall air quality continues to be in the 'poor' category.

According to data shared by the CPCB, the AQI near Anand Vihar was recorded at 280, placing it in the "poor" category. In the Patpadganj area, the AQI was 304, placing it in the "very poor" category.

Several key monitoring stations across the city reported AQI levels in the 'very poor' range. Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 362, while Ashok Vihar stood at 323. Bawana reported 332, and Chandni Chowk 340. Dwarka Sector 8 recorded 317, while Mundka reported 323.

Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rain or thundershowers with strong gusty winds across the day. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and winds at speeds of 30 to 40 kmph are expected during the morning, forenoon, afternoon, evening, and night. The temperature is likely to range from 19 to 9 degrees Celsius.

Furthermore, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR in view of improvement in air quality and forecast trends.

While GRAP Stage III is being revoked, keeping in view the winter season, when weather conditions may not always be favourable, and to ensure that AQI levels do not slip further, citizens are requested to strictly adhere to the citizen charter under Stages II and I of the extant schedule of GRAP.

As per AQI classification, a reading between 0 and 50 is 'good', 51 to 100 'satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor' and 401 to 500 'severe'.

- ANI

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Rohit P
At least the rain forecast might help wash away some pollutants. But revoking GRAP Stage III seems premature when so many areas are still in 'very poor' range. We can't just rely on the weather gods every year. Need stricter enforcement on construction dust and waste burning.
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Aman W
Living near Anand Vihar, the air feels heavy even indoors. The AQI here is always among the worst. The authorities talk about citizen charters, but what about holding industries accountable? We need cleaner public transport options urgently. The Metro is good, but last-mile connectivity is still a problem.
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Sarah B
As someone who moved to Delhi for work, the air quality is a constant health concern. I've invested in air purifiers for my home, but that's not a solution for everyone. The disparity between areas is striking—Patpadganj at 304 vs. the 'improved' average of 273. The city-wide average masks local crises.
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Karthik V
The article mentions the temperature range (19 to 9°C). The cold, still air traps the pollution, making it worse. While the marginal improvement is a small positive, we must use this winter to plan for next year. Can we please have a proper policy on green covers and urban forests? Delhi needs its lungs back.
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Meera T
It's the same story every winter. Data, forecasts, GRAP stages being imposed and revoked... but the air remains unsafe. As a citizen, I try to carpool and use public transport. But individual efforts feel like a drop in the ocean without systemic change. Hope the predicted winds bring some real relief!

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