Delhi Air Quality Reaches Near-Severe Levels with AQI 372: Transport Sector Emerges as Top Contributor

Dec 03, 2025 03:05 am CST

Delhi's air quality deteriorated to an AQI of 372 on Tuesday, with 16 monitoring stations already recording 'severe' pollution levels above 400. The transport sector contributed 18.4% to the pollution load, making it the largest local source. Officials forecast continued 'very poor' air quality in the coming days while temperatures hover around normal range, with foggy conditions expected on Wednesday.