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Delhi's Air Quality Worsens, AQI Enters 'Poor' Category at 206

Delhi's air quality deteriorated on Monday morning, with the Air Quality Index rising to 206, placing it in the 'poor' category according to the Central Pollution Control Board. Areas like Mundka and Shadipur recorded significantly higher AQI levels above 270, while others such as Sri Aurobindo Marg reported comparatively better conditions. The city experienced misty conditions with a temperature of 10 degrees Celsius, 97% humidity, and calm winds. The AQI classification indicates that readings between 201 and 300 are considered 'poor' for public health.

Key Points: Delhi AQI Deteriorates to 'Poor' Category at 206

  • AQI rises to 206 in 'poor' category
  • Mundka and Shadipur areas worst affected
  • Temperature recorded at 10°C with calm winds
  • Some areas like Lodhi Road report better air quality
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Delhi's air quality deteriorates, AQI level at 206 in 'poor' category

Delhi's air quality worsens as AQI hits 206 in the 'poor' category. Key areas like Mundka and Shadipur record higher pollution levels.

"The air quality in the national capital deteriorated slightly on Monday morning - Central Pollution Control Board"

New Delhi, February 9

The air quality in the national capital deteriorated slightly on Monday morning, with the Air Quality Index rising to 206 in the 'poor' category at 7 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board.

A day earlier, the AQI was 196 in the 'moderate' category. On Saturday, it stood at 213 at 8 am, according to CPCB.

Meanwhile, the national capital recorded a temperature of 10 degrees Celsius around 7 am, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Misty conditions prevailed, with humidity at 97 per cent and calm winds reported at 0 km/h.

Further, Mundka recorded the AQI at 276, followed by Shadipur (282), Nehru Nagar (269), Rohini (255), Bawana (256), Jahangirpuri (252), Wazirpur (251), Ashok Vihar (243), Narela (229), Vivek Vihar (228), Pusa (227), Sirifort (224), and Chandani Chowk (192), according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

On the other hand, Sri Aurobindo Marg recorded the AQI at 129, with other areas including Lodhi Road (139), Major Dhyan Chand Stadium (144), Mandir Marg (148), IIT Delhi (149), Aya Nagar (165), and IGI Airport (177) reporting comparatively better air quality.

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'.

A day earlier, Mundka recorded the AQI at 266, followed by Pusa (257), Narela and Rohini (247 each), Ashok Vihar (243), Jahangirpuri (242), Wazirpur (239), Nehru Nagar (237), Shadipur (236), Bawana and Vivek Vihar both were (231), Sirifort (222), and Chandani Chowk (220). Sri Aurobindo Marg had the lowest AQI at 126.

Other areas recorded the AQI of IGI Airport (131), Aya Nagar (136), Lodhi Road (139), Major Dhyan Chand Stadium (140), IIT Delhi (141), and Mandir Marg (145).

- ANI

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Arjun K
Living in Rohini, the air feels heavy every morning. The AQI of 255 is no surprise. We've invested in air purifiers for home, but what about when we step outside? Public transport needs to be much better to reduce private vehicles.
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Rahul R
Look at the data - areas like Sri Aurobindo Marg are much better. Shows that green cover and less congestion make a real difference. More parks, stricter norms for construction dust. It's not rocket science.
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Sarah B
I moved to Delhi for work last year. The winter air quality is a genuine health crisis. My sinus issues have flared up badly. I respect the city's energy, but this is a major downside that needs urgent addressing.
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Vikram M
Calm winds at 0 km/h are a major culprit today. No dispersion. But we can't blame the weather every time. The base level of pollution is too high. Diwali crackers, despite bans, added to it. Public awareness is key.
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Karthik V
With all respect to the authorities, the action plans seem reactive, not proactive. We know November-February is bad. Where are the pre-emptive measures? The GRAP system is activated only when we are already choking.

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