Delhi Chokes Under Thick Smog As AQI Remains 'Very Poor', IIT Delhi Records 'Severe' Air Quality (File image)
\n\nNew Delhi: After dipping slightly into the 'poor' category on Tuesday, Delhi's air quality has remained in the 'very poor' category. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital was recorded at 319. A thick layer of smog engulfed several parts of the city, significantly reducing visibility during the early morning hours.
\n\nThe area around IIT Delhi recorded the worst air quality, with an AQI of 412 in the 'severe' category. It was followed by NSUT Jaffarpur, with an AQI of 394, and ITO Delhi, at 392. Chandni Chowk (388), Pusa (382), DTU (379) and NSIT Delhi (376) were among the other areas reporting high pollution levels. Meanwhile, Delhi Cantonment area has the AQI in 'moderate' category at 126.
\n\nMeanwhile, neighbouring areas of Delhi recorded AQI levels in the 'poor' category. According to the CPCB, the AQI stood at 300 in Gurugram, 279 in Faridabad and 284 in Noida.
\n\nDelhi AQI on Thursday (November 12)
\n\nThe transport sector is expected to be the largest contributor to pollution on Wednesday, while the…
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