New Delhi: Delhi’s air quality fell into ‘very poor’ category on Tuesday, with air quality index According to the Central Pollution Control Board report, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at around 8:00 am at 385 (CPCB).
Areas such as Anand Vihar, Kalkaji, Nehru Place and Akshardham Temple were shrouded in thick fog and visibility deteriorated. Ghazipur district is also affected by haze.
The CPCB warned residents of possible health impacts, especially those with respiratory illnesses. pollution level Temperatures are likely to remain high due to unfavorable weather conditions.
Saif, a tourist on Kartavya Path commented: “Everyone faces breathing problems during these months, especially October, November and December. Govt. Right steps are being taken to curb pollution.
On Monday, the Air Quality Management Board (air quality management) implemented Graded response action plan (GRAP-II) after the overall AQI drops to “very poor”. According to CPCB’s daily AQI bulletin, the daily average AQI recorded was 310.
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change said Delhi’s daily average air quality index is likely to remain in the “very poor” category in the coming days due to adverse weather conditions.
The CAQM sub-committee decided to implement all actions stipulated in the second phase of GRAP in NCR to prevent further deterioration of air quality. The 11 action plans include mechanical cleaning, road watering, strengthening construction site inspections, and proper handling of dust.
CAQM urges residents to use public transportation, limit the use of private cars and regularly change vehicle air filters. They also advise against dust-generating activities and open burning of waste and biomass.
CAQM data showed that Delhi’s AQI hovered around 300 throughout the day on Monday, recording 310 at 4 pm.
