Delhi’s air quality remains ‘very poor’, layer of smog over city for ninth day post-Diwali

India Gate in New Delhi is barely visible due to thick smog, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) remaining in the ‘Very Poor’ category. The air quality was recorded at 358, with some areas showing even higher levels in the ‘severe’ category. This high level of pollution is attributed to factors like stubble-burning, Diwali fireworks, and low wind speed. The AQI classifications range from ‘good’ to ‘severe,’ with Delhi experiencing ‘very poor’ air quality for the past few weeks. Despite this, the city recorded a minimum temperature of 18.3 degrees Celsius, with clear skies and a maximum temperature of around 32 degrees Celsius expected.