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Delhi's Air Quality Improves to 'Poor' After Rain Showers, AQI at 242

Delhi's air quality showed significant improvement, with the AQI recorded at 242 in the 'poor' category following recent rain showers. The weather change provided marginal relief from pollution, though dense fog was reported across Delhi-NCR. In response to the improved conditions, the CAQM's GRAP sub-committee revoked all Stage III actions immediately. The IMD forecasts generally cloudy skies, morning fog, and a drop in minimum temperatures over the coming days.

Key Points: Delhi AQI Improves to 242 After Rain, GRAP Stage III Revoked

  • AQI improves to 242 'poor' category
  • Rain showers provide pollution relief
  • GRAP Stage III curbs revoked
  • IMD forecasts fog and temperature drop
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Delhi's air quality improves after rain, AQI stands at 242

Delhi's air quality improves to AQI 242 after rainfall. The CAQM revokes GRAP Stage III curbs. IMD forecasts fog and temperature drop.

"The Sub-Committee... revoked all Stage III actions across Delhi-NCR with immediate effect - CAQM"

New Delhi, January 24

The air quality in the national capital showed significant improvement after the city witnessed rain showers over the past 24 hours, with the air quality index recorded at 242, according to the Central Pollution Control Board at 10 am on Saturday.

The sudden change in weather and the unexpected drought provided marginal relief from pollution.

After the Friday showers, the national capital and surrounding areas woke up to a thick layer of fog, with dense fog gripping parts of Delhi-NCR.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi-NCR on Saturday will generally have a cloudy sky, moderate morning fog, and strong surface winds (10-20 kmph).

A 5-6°C drop in minimum temperatures is expected over the next three days, followed by a rise thereafter. Consequently, minimum temperatures are likely to be normal (-1.5°C to 1.5°C) during the next 3 days, above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) on 27 & 29. Temperature expected to be appreciably below normal (-3.1°C to -5.0°C) on 23 and 24 January 2026. Partly cloudy skies on 25 & 26 January 2026, and generally cloudy skies on 23, 24, 27, and 29, with shallow to moderate fog likely during the morning hours for the next 06 days.

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'.

Meanwhile, the Sub-Committee on the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revoked all Stage III actions across Delhi-NCR with immediate effect, January 22, in view of the improvement in air quality and forecast trends.

- ANI

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Rohit P
This is just temporary relief. Every year it's the same story - rain or wind improves AQI for a few days, then we're back to severe levels. We need permanent solutions, not just waiting for nature to bail us out. What about stricter action on stubble burning and construction dust?
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Aman W
The drop in temperature is a bigger concern for me. My electricity bill is already high, and now with colder nights predicted, the heaters will be on all night. Delhi's weather is so unpredictable these days. 🌡️
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Sarah B
I'm visiting from Canada and the air quality here has been a shock. Even at 242, my throat feels scratchy. It's good to see it improving, but it puts into perspective how much work needs to be done. The morning fog was beautiful, though incredibly thick.
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Vikram M
Good that GRAP Stage III is revoked. The restrictions on construction and trucks were affecting livelihoods. But authorities must be ready to re-impose them the moment AQI starts climbing again. We can't be complacent.
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Nisha Z
My children could finally play outside for a bit without me worrying too much about their lungs. This should be the norm, not a rare occasion. Let's hope the winds stay strong and keep some of the pollution away.

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