Delhi’s remained in the ‘Very Poor’ category on Thursday with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 343, while Noida reported an even worse AQI than the national capital, registering an AQI of 397.
New Delhi: Amid continuously deteriorating air quality and increasing pollution, Delhi’s AQI remained in the ‘Very Poor’ category on Thursday with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 343, as per the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR) – India. Meanwhile, Noida reported an even worse AQI than the national capital, registering an AQI of 397, which indicates ‘very poor’ air quality. In response to the worsening air quality, the Delhi Government has implemented several measures, including a ban on the entry of diesel buses from Haryana and an increase in the number of CNG buses. Delhi’s Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, stated on Wednesday that the next 15-20 days are crucial for Delhi due to a drop in temperatures and calm winds.