Overview
- The CPCB 24-hour average AQI climbed to 311 in Delhi, placing the city in the 'very poor' category with most stations above 300 and Rohtak at 348.
- Private monitors reported sharp early-morning spikes, with IQAir showing citywide readings as high as 727 and hazardous levels persisting in areas such as Bawana and Chandni Chowk.
- The Air Quality Early Warning System expects calm northwesterly winds below 10 kmph to trap pollutants, keeping conditions poor to very poor through November 8.
- The Centre’s Decision Support System estimated stubble burning at 21.5% of PM2.5 on Thursday and projected 36.9% on Friday and 32.4% on Saturday, with transport next at about 16.2%.
- Authorities in Delhi announced intensified road-dust cleaning and enforcement drives, while protests at Jantar Mantar pressed governments for stronger, coordinated action.