What is the story about?
Delhi on Sunday (December 7) woke up to a thick layer of smog, with air quality index (AQI) again hitting the 300 mark, putting the air quality in the "very
poor" category for over a month now. According to the readings on Sameer App, the capital recorded an AQI of 305 at 7:05 AM, with Mundka station noting the highest air quality index. Earlier this week, the air quality saw a brief respite from the toxic air in the city, as the overall AQI recorded was 299 on Thursday (8 AM). However, today, it has again worsened with residents feeling the hazy air and dense layer of smog.
Area-Wise AQI in Delhi
- Anand Vihar: 327
- Ashok Vihar: 325
- Bawana: 352
- Chandni Chowk: 308
- DTU: 323
- ITO: 307
- Mundka: 365
- Nehru Nagar: 343
- Sirifort: 318
- Pusa: 354
Here's How AQI is Recorded
- 51–100: Satisfactory
- 101–200: Moderate
- 201–300: Poor
- 301–400: Very poor
- Above 400: Severe
Delhi Fighting Against Pollution
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta assured residents that the government is taking action on all fronts to tackle pollution in the National Capital. She further reiterated that the fight against pollution in Delhi is ongoing in a continuous mission mode.
Speaking to reporters, the Delhi CM said work to install mist at electric poles is ongoing to help reduce pollution.
"Our fight against pollution in Delhi continues non-stop in mission mode. Smoke, dust, vehicle emissions, open garbage burning, and wood burning, these factors together create a layer of pollution in the air. The Delhi Government is working on each element which contributes to pollution," she said.
