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Delhi's Air Quality Worsens With Severe Smog and School Closures

Air pollution levels in India's capital remain critical as forecasts predict further deterioration later this week.

The sun sets over the Millennium City Centre Metro station in Gurugram on Tuesday evening. (Parveen Kumar/HT PHOTO)
Delhi’s minimum, on Wednesday, was recorded at 10.4°C, a 0.1°C departure from normal. (HT photo)
Delhi has recorded an AQI of 328 at 10 am on Wednesday
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Overview

  • Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) remains in the 'very poor' to 'severe' range, with dense smog reducing visibility across the city.
  • Key areas such as Shadipur, Vivek Vihar, and Wazirpur reported AQI levels exceeding 300, indicating hazardous air conditions.
  • The Delhi government has mandated hybrid mode classes for schools to protect students from the severe pollution levels.
  • Experts warn that air quality is likely to worsen by Thursday due to reduced wind speeds and changing meteorological conditions influenced by a western disturbance.
  • This November, Delhi has already recorded eight days of 'severe' air quality, surpassing last year's figures for the same period.