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Delhi Air Quality Improves Yet Remains in "Poor" Category Despite GRAP Stage II Implementation
Oct 25, 2025 12:35 pm CST
Delhi's air quality has shown slight improvement but remains in the "poor" category with an AQI of 259, despite Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan being in effect. While some areas like RK Puram and Patparganj recorded "poor" air quality, Anand Vihar reached the "severe" category with an AQI of 412. The Delhi government is exploring cloud seeding as a potential solution to the persistent pollution crisis, with health experts warning about serious respiratory implications for vulnerable populations.
Delhi's Artificial Rain Project Delayed Due to Lack of Suitable Cloud Cover: Status and Implementation Plans
Oct 23, 2025 12:39 am CST
Delhi's artificial rain experiment, designed to combat winter pollution, remains on hold as suitable cloud conditions are absent. The project, a collaboration between the Delhi government and IIT Kanpur, has received approval from 23 departments including DGCA. Despite preparation completion and aircraft readiness in Meerut, officials await appropriate weather conditions, with no expected window until October 25.
Delhi Plans Cloud Seeding Within Days as Air Quality Deteriorates Before Diwali Celebrations
Oct 15, 2025 05:53 pm CST
Delhi Environment Minister announces imminent cloud seeding operations as air quality worsens ahead of Diwali. With GRAP-1 restrictions already in place and Supreme Court allowing green crackers, the capital city is employing multiple strategies to combat its notorious winter pollution that reduces residents' life expectancy by nearly 12 years compared to WHO guidelines.