Delhi Pollution: After weeks of choking smog, Delhi finally witnessed a breath of fresh air. Friday’s rainfall brought much-needed relief as the city’s Air Quality Index dropped to the moderate category, marking the cleanest air Delhi has recorded in nearly three months.
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Rain Brings Temporary Relief to the Capital
Light to moderate rainfall across Delhi and the NCR helped settle dust particles and wash pollutants from the atmosphere. As a result, visibility improved, skies looked clearer, and air quality declined noticeably compared to previous weeks.
Delhi Pollution: AQI Levels Improve After Long Struggle
The AQI slipping into the moderate range is a significant change for Delhiites who have been living under poor and very poor air conditions. While the air is now safer for the general public, people with respiratory problems are still advised to remain cautious.
Why Does This Improvement Matter?
The presence of cleaner air for any duration lessens lung strain in people and provides health benefits to children and elderly people and individuals who suffer from asthma or allergies. The study demonstrates that weather patterns are the primary factor determining the pollution levels affecting the city.
Delhi Pollution: What Lies Ahead for Delhi’s Air Quality?
Experts predict that this temporary relief will soon end. Poor pollution levels will return when wind speed decreases and temperatures begin to rise again. Sustainable solutions and long-term pollution control measures remain essential.
