Delhi becomes the most polluted city in the country, AQI at dangerous level in 15 areas

Delhi AQI Index: The problem of air pollution is increasing seriously in the country's capital Delhi. Although some improvement has been seen in the Air Quality Index (AQI), the air quality still remains in the dangerous category. On Friday, Delhi's average AQI was recorded at 369, which is considered extremely harmful for health. Among the most polluted areas of the capital, Jahangirpuri's AQI was recorded at 424, while areas like Anand Vihar, Nehru Nagar, Bawana, Mundka and Shadipur are also at dangerous levels above 400.

Air pollution figures and causes

The air quality analysis report of Respire Living Sciences has described Delhi as the most polluted city in the country. According to the report, Delhi's average PM 2.5 level is 243.3 micrograms per cubic meter, which is much higher than the standards of the World Health Organization (WHO). This level is increasing by about 19.5% every week. Delhi ranked last (281st) among 281 Indian cities analysed from November 3 to 19.

Fine particles like PM 2.5, which are smaller than the width of a human hair, are making the air poisonous. These particles reach the lungs directly and can get into the bloodstream and cause serious diseases like asthma, bronchitis, heart disease and lung cancer.

List of polluted areas

Several areas of Delhi are in the "very poor" and "hazardous" category:

Jahangirpuri: AQI 424

Bawana: AQI 409

Anand Vihar: AQI 408

Nehru Nagar: AQI 408

Shadipur: AQI 403

Mundka: AQI 401

Apart from this, the situation is also very serious in areas like Rohini, Ashok Vihar, Punjabi Bagh, Alipur, and Dwarka Sector-8.

Effects of pollution on health

Delhi's toxic air is increasing respiratory problems. It is having a particularly serious effect on children, the elderly and heart patients. Air pollution is causing problems such as respiratory infections, cough, sore throat and fatigue. Experts say that long-term exposure to this pollution can have a negative impact on life expectancy.

Responsibility of the government and citizens

Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav has emphasized on increasing green cover in Delhi and surrounding areas to control pollution. Along with this, strict steps need to be taken to control air pollution, such as:

Encouragement of the use of public transport.

Dust control at construction sites

Strict ban on stubble burning.

Strict monitoring of industrial and vehicle emissions.

Citizens also have to understand their responsibility. We can contribute to reducing pollution by reducing vehicle use, tree planting and adopting eco-friendly habits.

Conclusion

Air pollution in Delhi has become a serious crisis, which is not only affecting the environment but also human health. Joint efforts of the government and citizens are needed to solve this problem. Increasing green areas, spreading awareness and implementing stringent policies can only help the capital get clean air.