Delhi air quality worsens as pollution levels soar ahead of winter

hindustantimes.com

Delhi's air quality has worsened, with areas like Anand Vihar reporting an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 624, the highest this season. The overall AQI in the city reached 434, significantly above safe levels. The pollution level, measured as PM2.5, is now 59 times higher than the World Health Organization's recommended limit. Constant exposure poses serious health risks, including lung and brain damage. In response, Delhi's government plans to deploy 200 mobile anti-smog guns to reduce dust pollution. Stubble burning has decreased, contributing only 15% to pollution, down from over 35% the previous day.


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