Delhi's Air Quality Remains 'Poor' with AQI at 229
• Delhi's air quality continued to remain in the 'poor' category on Thursday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 229 at 7 am, slightly higher than Wednesday's 228, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). PM2.5 and PM10 were identified as the primary pollutants. Among Delhi's 59 monitoring stations, 39 reported AQI levels above 200, with three stations—Uttam Nagar, Mundka, and Dwarka Sector 8—recording 'very poor' levels above
• Neighbouring cities such as Noida, Manesar, Gurugram, and Greater Noida also reported 'poor' air quality, while Ghaziabad and Faridabad remained in the 'moderate' category.
Impact & Risks
The 'poor' air quality in Delhi and surrounding areas poses health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory conditions. Prolonged exposure to PM2.5 and PM10 pollutants can lead to breathing discomfort and exacerbate respiratory illnesses. Residents in areas with 'very poor' AQI levels, such as Uttam Nagar and Mundka, are at higher risk of severe health impacts.
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