New Delhi: Delhi continued to battle thick smog on Saturday as air quality remained in the 'very poor' category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossing the 400 mark in several parts of the national capital. The city witnessed another morning of hazy skies and reduced visibility as pollution levels remained alarmingly high for the sixth consecutive day.
\n\nAccording to the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) 4 pm bulletin on Friday, Delhi's 24-hour average AQI stood above 350. Several monitoring stations across the city recorded severe pollution levels on Saturday.
\n\nIIT Delhi recorded an AQI of 442, while ITO registered 403. The AQI at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium stood at 402. Chandni Chowk also recorded a high AQI of 397, while Anand Vihar reported 276 and Ashok Vihar 302. IGI Airport recorded an AQI of 340.
\n\nThe readings highlight the widespread pollution across the capital, with several areas experiencing extremely poor air quality.
\n\nDelhi Air Quality Remains A Concern
\n\nThe persistent smog has raised concerns over the deteriorating air quality in Delhi, particularly as pollution levels have remained elevated for nearly a week. The thick layer of smog has affected several parts of the city, with residents continuing to breathe polluted…
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