Air Quality Index Deteriorates Across Indian Cities as Winter Sets In

Major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Noida report hazardous or very poor air quality levels, raising health concerns for residents.

Delhi records an AQI of 354, categorized as very poor, with residents advised to limit outdoor activities and use air purifiers.
Mumbai's AQI reaches 308, also in the very poor category, with specific areas like Ghatkopar reporting even worse conditions.
Haryana faces the worst air quality with an AQI of 500, classified as hazardous, prompting urgent health precautions.
Other cities like Kolkata (274), Lucknow (277), and Hyderabad (228) report poor air quality, posing risks for vulnerable groups.
In contrast, Goa enjoys good air quality with an AQI of 34, while cities like Ahmedabad and Ranchi report moderate levels.