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Delhi NCR Faces Dangerous Smog Crisis: Air Quality Index Exceeds 450 as Visibility Drops to 5-10 Meters
Dec 15, 2025 10:42 pm CST
Delhi NCR is experiencing a severe air quality crisis with AQI exceeding 450 and visibility reduced to 5-10 meters. Authorities have implemented GRAP stage IV restrictions as residents share alarming footage of the dense smog blanketing the region, posing significant health risks especially for vulnerable populations.
82% of Delhi Residents Know Someone Suffering From Air Pollution-Related Illness, Survey Reveals
Dec 15, 2025 09:56 pm CST
A recent LocalCircles survey reveals that 82% of Delhi-NCR residents know someone suffering from severe health conditions attributed to long-term air pollution exposure, with 28% reporting four or more affected individuals in their social circle. As Delhi's AQI reached a dangerous 498, residents face increasing health and financial concerns, with 73% worried about affording healthcare and 8% planning to relocate due to the persistent toxic air quality.
Delhi Chokes Under Severe Air Pollution: AQI Reaches 456, Flight and Train Operations Disrupted
Dec 15, 2025 02:17 pm CST
Delhi is experiencing severe air pollution with AQI reaching 456, marking the season's second-worst air quality day. The thick smog has caused approximately 100 flight cancellations, 300+ delays at Delhi airport, and 90+ train delays. The Commission for Air Quality Management has implemented Stage IV measures under GRAP, including construction bans and work-from-home directives for 50% of office staff.
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.
Delhi's Air Quality Reaches Dangerous Levels as Farm Fires Contribute 22% to Pollution
Nov 13, 2025 10:48 am CST
Delhi's air quality remained in the 'severe' category for a second consecutive day, with an AQI of 418. Stubble burning in neighboring states contributed 22.4% to pollution levels, posing serious health risks to residents. Weather forecasts predict a slight improvement with temperatures continuing to drop and shallow fog expected on Thursday.
Delhi Battles Severe Air Quality: CM Implements Emergency Measures and Urges Public Cooperation
Nov 09, 2025 12:27 am CST
As Delhi's air quality reaches severe levels with an AQI of 361, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announces comprehensive anti-pollution measures including elimination of traditional cooking fuels in slums, staggered office hours starting November 15, and public advisories for carpooling and work-from-home arrangements. Despite some improvement over last year's pollution levels, localized monitors in areas like Anand Vihar have breached the 400 AQI mark, with stubble burning contributing 30.91% to the crisis.
Priyanka Gandhi Urges Immediate Action On Delhi's Toxic Air Crisis: AQI Reaches Severe Levels
Nov 02, 2025 02:46 pm CST
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has called for urgent intervention from both central and state governments as Delhi's air quality deteriorates to severe levels, with an average AQI of 303. The Congress leader compared the pollution to a "grey shroud" over the city, highlighting the health risks to children, elderly residents, and those with respiratory conditions. Delhi authorities are attempting cloud seeding trials while implementing GRAP stage two restrictions to combat the worsening environmental crisis.