Delhi Air Quality Index: As the Delhi Air Quality Index (AQI) got closer to the “severe” group, Delhi and the places around it woke up to thick smog. In the national capital, poor vision, cold weather, and high pollution levels interrupted daily life. This caused worries about health risks and delays in transportation.
Delhi’s Air Quality and Smog Problem
According to groups that keep an eye on air quality, the AQI numbers in some parts of Delhi were in the “very poor” to “severe” range. The air quality got worse because of the buildup of pollutants, as well as low temperatures and calm winds. The thick fog made it very hard to see in parts of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurugram.
Effect on Flights and Daily Travel
At Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, flights were affected by low visibility conditions. Airlines warned passengers about possible delays and cancellations. Also, traffic on the roads slowed down in the early morning because of fog-like smog.
Health Risks Due to Increasing Pollution
Doctors have warned that staying in a very polluted area for a long time can make breathing problems worse, cause more asthma attacks and raise the risk of having heart problems. Kids, older adults, and people with health issues are still the most at risk.
Lung Protection Tips
Health experts say that people should stay inside and use air purifiers while wearing approved masks when they are outside. Making sure you drink enough water, eating foods that are high in antioxidants, and not doing hard exercises outside.
What the Police Are Doing
The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) includes stricter pollution-control methods, and people are advised to work from home if they can.
The Delhi Air Quality Index keeps staying close to dangerous levels. People who live there should stay aware, follow health guidelines, and take steps to avoid exposure.
