India's Major Cities Face Poor Air Quality and Varied Weather Conditions

Cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata report poor AQI levels, while weather forecasts highlight temperature fluctuations and clear skies in several regions.

Delhi experienced its warmest Republic Day in eight years with a maximum temperature of 23.7°C, two degrees above normal, as clear skies and dry winds persisted.
Mumbai's air quality index (AQI) reached 223, categorized as poor, with temperatures ranging from 24.99°C to 27.41°C and cloudy skies expected throughout the week.
Chandigarh and Kolkata recorded AQI levels of 263 and 260 respectively, both falling in the poor category, prompting advisories for vulnerable groups to limit outdoor activities.
Goa and Hyderabad reported contrasting conditions, with Goa enjoying fine air quality (AQI 89) and Hyderabad facing poor air quality (AQI 277) alongside broken clouds.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts temperature variations and clear skies for cities like Ahmedabad, Lucknow, and Ranchi in the coming days, with moderate AQI levels observed in some regions.