After nearly two months of persistently high pollution levels, Delhi experienced a slight improvement in air quality on Wednesday, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 300, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The AQI in various areas ranged between 220 and 280, marking a welcome respite from the hazardous conditions that had prevailed.

Reduction in AQI levels was observed in specific locations, with Anand Vihar registering an AQI of 292, RK Puram at 276, Punjabi Bagh at 293, and ITO at 290. The improved air quality can be attributed to the impact of strong winds, which, after 20 days, facilitated the dispersion of pollution particles. The Meteorological Department anticipates a further decline in pollution levels in the coming days.

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Delhi's air quality had consistently surpassed the 350-mark over the past two months. However, on Tuesday, the wind speed ranged from 12 to 14 kilometers per hour, aiding in the dispersal of pollutants and contributing to the improvement in AQI.

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Despite the improvement, pollution levels remain a concern and authorities are closely monitoring the situation. The Meteorological Department's forecast suggests that while pollution is expected to decrease, fog intensity will increase in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR).

On Wednesday, AQI levels were lower in five areas of Delhi, with the lowest recorded at IGI Airport (234), indicating a shift to the 'moderate category.' The highest was observed in Punjabi Bagh with AQI 294.

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The AQI in neighboring NCR cities also reflected a positive trend, with Faridabad at 206, Ghaziabad at 204, Greater Noida at 211, Gurugram at 186, and Noida at 206. These readings suggest a collective improvement in air quality across the region.


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