Vikrant Shekhawat : Nov 09, 2024, 10:10 AM
Delhi AQI Index: The level of air pollution in Delhi is constantly increasing, and its effect became even more severe on Saturday. The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of the national capital was recorded at 360, which falls in the 'very poor' category. Delhiites may now face health problems, especially for children, the elderly and people suffering from respiratory problems. In many areas of the city, people are being advised to avoid morning walks and use masks while going out.AQI level in Delhi areasThe pollution level in various areas of Delhi has reached a very dangerous level. Below is the AQI of various areas:
- Anand Vihar: 393 (very poor)
- Ashok Vihar: 382 (very poor)
- Alipur: 386 (very poor)
- Bawana: 409 (severe)
- Burari: 354 (very poor)
- Mathura Road: 333 (poor)
- Dwarka: 360 (very poor)
- IGI Airport: 345 (very poor)
- Jahangirpuri: 389 (very poor)
- ITO: 324 (poor)
- Lodhi Road: 310 (poor)
- Mundka: 376 (very poor)
- Mandir Marg: 340 (very poor)
- Okhla: 370 (very poor)
- Patparganj: 388 (very poor)
- Punjabi Bagh: 389 (very poor)
- Rohini: 401 (severe)
- Vivek Vihar: 383 (very poor)
- Wazirpur: 397 (severe)
- Najafgarh: 385 (very poor)
- Noida: 257 (poor)
- In view of the serious level of air pollution, health experts have given some important suggestions to Delhiites:
- Use mask: Use N95 or other anti-pollution mask while going out of the house.
- Avoid morning walks: Pollution levels may be higher in the morning, so avoid morning walks.
- Use air purifying devices at home: Use air purifying devices to maintain air quality even indoors.
- Take special care of vulnerable individuals: Children, the elderly, and asthma patients need special attention. They are advised to stay indoors as much as possible.