Delhi AQI at 296, smog engulfs city

The air quality in New Delhi remains in the ‘very poor’ category, with a thin layer of smog engulfing the national capital. The Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 296 at 7 a.m., with various areas showing very poor to poor air quality levels. Residents have expressed concerns about difficulty in breathing while cycling, jogging, or engaging in heavy physical activities due to the pollution. The day after Diwali, most areas in the city reported AQI levels over 350, highlighting the health risks posed by the poor air quality.