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Delhi's Toxic Air Crisis: AQI Hits 367 Amid 'Very Poor' Pollution Levels

Delhi continues to battle severe air pollution with the AQI hitting 367, placing it in the 'Very Poor' category. Anand Vihar recorded the highest pollution levels at 370 AQI, followed closely by Akshardham at 369. Authorities have activated Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan, implementing 27 preventive measures across the NCR region. The India Meteorological Department predicts the poor air quality will persist in the coming days, raising health concerns for residents.

Key Points: Delhi Air Quality Very Poor with AQI at 367 CPCB Data

  • Anand Vihar records highest pollution levels with AQI at 370
  • Multiple areas including Wazirpur and Akshardham exceed 320 AQI
  • Authorities activate Stage I of GRAP response plan
  • 27 preventive measures including anti-smog guns now implemented
  • IMD forecasts continued poor air quality in coming days
  • AQI categories range from Good (0-50) to Severe (401-500)
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Delhi air quality remains 'Very Poor' with AQI at 367

Delhi's air quality remains 'Very Poor' with AQI at 367. Anand Vihar records highest pollution at 370 AQI as authorities implement GRAP Stage I measures.

"The Sub-Committee decides to invoke all actions under Stage-I of the extant GRAP in the entire NCR, with immediate effect - CAQM"

New Delhi, October 17

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital continued to be in the 'Very poor' category on Friday morning, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

According to the CPCB, the AQI was measured at 367 at 8 am. The highest AQI was recorded in Anand Vihar (370), followed by Wazirpur (328), Jahangirpuri (324), and Akshardham (369).

Meanwhile, several areas in Delhi recorded an AQI above 200, which means the air quality in these localities has turned 'Poor'.

Anand Vihar, Bawana, and Chandni Chowk, the AQI was recorded at 276, 367, 310, and 212, respectively. In Dwarka Sec 8, AQI was recorded at 305, Nehru Nagar at 269, IGI Airport (T3) at 221, Rohini at 245, Pusa at 224, and India Gate (200).

The AQI reading is categorised as Good (0-50), Satisfactory (51-100), Moderately Polluted (101-200), Poor (201-300), Very Poor (301-400), and Severe (401-500). Thus, the higher the AQI reading, the unhealthier it is to breathe.

Earlier on Tuesday, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in Delhi-NCR has imposed Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). The action comes after the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the region dropped to 211, categorising it as 'poor', according to a statement released by the Commission.

The Commission also considered the predictions of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), which forecast poor air quality in the coming days.

This Stage I of GRAP is activated when the AQI ranges between 201 and 300. Under this stage, 27 preventive actions are to be strictly implemented by all relevant agencies across NCR. These include the use of anti-smog guns, water sprinkling, dust suppression measures in road construction, repair projects and maintenance activities.

"The Sub-Committee on, in its meeting held today, reviewed the air quality scenario in the region, IMD/IITM forecast and observed as under: The AQI of Delhi has been recorded 211 on 14.10.2025 ('Poor' Category). Furthermore, the forecast by IMD/IIT M has also predicted AQI to remain in the 'Poor' category in the coming days," CAQM said in its order.

"The Sub-Committee, accordingly, decides to invoke all actions under Stage-I ('Poor' Air Quality of the extant GRAP in the entire NCR, with immediate effect," it added.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Living in Anand Vihar and it's literally like breathing poison. The government's GRAP measures are too little too late. We need permanent solutions, not temporary fixes during pollution season.
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Arjun K
I appreciate that the government is taking some action with GRAP Stage I, but honestly, these measures feel like band-aid solutions. We need to address the root causes - stubble burning, vehicle emissions, and construction dust.
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Sarah B
As someone who moved to Delhi from Canada last year, the air quality is shocking. We've invested in multiple air purifiers for our home, but you can't escape it when you step outside. This affects everyone's quality of life.
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Vikram M
The data shows the problem is getting worse every year. We need collective responsibility - citizens should use public transport more, and industries must follow pollution norms. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
My elderly parents are suffering the most. They can't even go for their morning walks anymore. The government should provide subsidized air purifiers for vulnerable populations. This is a public health emergency!

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