Overview

• Noida and Pune recorded hazardous AQI levels of 500, prompting warnings for residents to avoid outdoor activities and use air purifiers and masks.
• Jammu and Kashmir experienced extreme cold, with temperatures ranging from -22.49°C to -13.83°C, and further drops expected in the coming days.
• Patna and Gurgaon reported very poor air quality, with AQI levels of 323 and 351 respectively, raising health concerns for vulnerable populations.
• Indore's air quality was moderate at an AQI of 156, while the city enjoyed relatively clear skies and mild temperatures between 13.93°C and 25.6°C.
• IMD advises monitoring weather and air quality forecasts closely, as varied patterns and pollution levels persist in cities across India.