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Rajasthan Fog Crisis: How Dense Smog Engulfs Cities Amid 'Moderate' Air Quality

A thick fog significantly reduced visibility across several Rajasthan cities on Monday. Dholpur was heavily affected, with residents noting a sharp drop in temperature and deteriorating conditions. While Dholpur's air quality was officially 'moderate', Jaisalmer recorded 'severe' pollution levels, and other cities like Kota reported poor AQI. Meanwhile, Delhi's severe pollution crisis worsened, with residents reporting serious difficulty in breathing.

Key Points: Thick Fog Engulfs Rajasthan Cities as Air Quality Declines

  • Dholpur recorded a 'moderate' AQI of 184 despite being heavily blanketed by thick fog
  • Jaisalmer faced 'severe' air quality with an AQI of 307 and poor visibility
  • Jaipur reported moderate AQI levels while Sri Ganganagar and Kota recorded poor air quality
  • Delhi's severe pollution crisis continued with an overall AQI of 452, causing breathing difficulties
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Thick fog engulfs multiple cities of Rajasthan, overall air quality remains moderate

Dense fog blankets Rajasthan, disrupting life in Dholpur and Jaisalmer. Air quality varies from moderate to severe, while Delhi's pollution crisis deepens.

"It wasn’t that cold yesterday, but today it’s very cold, and there’s a lot of fog also...cold conditions in Dholpur are deteriorating. - Dholpur Resident to ANI"

Dholpur, December 15

A thick fog enveloped several cities in Rajasthan on Monday morning, significantly reducing visibility and disrupting the everyday life of the residents.

Dholpur was among the most affected, as a dense fog blanketed the city. According to locals, the area has become colder than the previous day, and as a result, the city's conditions have deteriorated.

"It wasn't that cold yesterday, but today it's very cold, and there's a lot of fog also...cold conditions in Dholpur are deteriorating," a resident told ANI.

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Dholpur recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 184 in the morning, placing it in the 'moderate' category. While this suggested relatively better air quality compared to some other regions, the overall pollution levels still reflected a decline.

Meanwhile, Jaisalmer recorded a 'severe' AQI of 307 and was shrouded in thick smog, which severely reduced visibility and caused discomfort among residents.

Several other cities in Rajasthan also experienced varied air quality levels. Jaipur, the state capital, reported a 'moderate' AQI ranging between 101 and 200, while Sri Ganganagar recorded a 'poor' AQI of 236. Kota also saw poor air quality, with AQI levels between 201 and 300.

The national capital, Delhi, continued to face a severe pollution crisis, with the overall AQI at 452 around 8 am, according to CPCB data. Large parts of the city were covered by a dense layer of toxic smog, prompting residents to report difficulty in breathing and urging authorities to take action.

"The condition of Delhi is bad...we are experiencing difficulty in breathing....old people are distressed...they are feeling sick...construction work has not stopped.... work is happening on the ground...people are distressed...there is no one to ask people...I request everyone to complain about this matter...tell them about Delhi's condition..." a resident told ANI.

- ANI

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Priya S
Stay safe everyone in Rajasthan and Delhi! Please wear masks if you have to go out, especially elders and children. The air is literally poisonous. Our governments must prioritize public health over everything else.
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Aman W
Jaisalmer at 307 is shocking. We always think of it as a clean, desert city. If even tourist destinations are getting this bad, where do we go? The problem is clearly pan-India now.
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Sarah B
Living in Jaipur, and the visibility was terrible this morning. Could barely see a few meters ahead while driving. Schools should consider shifting to online mode on such days for safety.
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Vikram M
While the article focuses on cities, I'm from a village near Dholpur. The fog combined with crop residue burning in neighbouring areas makes life very difficult. Farmers need affordable alternatives, not just blame.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, we also need to look at our own contributions. Diwali crackers, waste burning, using old vehicles... pointing fingers at authorities is easy. Change has to start at home too. 🙏
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Nidhi U
The contrast is sad. We have world-class metros and bullet train projects, but we can't provide our citizens with clean air to

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