Severe air pollution engulfs Delhi: AQI reaches hazardous levels
Delhi's air quality has taken a severe hit with several areas recording alarming Air Quality Index (AQI) levels. Anand Vihar's AQI dropped to 454 at 8:30 am, marking it under the 'Severe' category. Other areas, such as Dwarka Sector-8, recorded an AQI of 311 ('Very Poor'), and ITO registered a level of 232 ('Poor'). (Picture credit: ANI)
Pollution worsens across key locations in Delhi
As per real-time monitoring, Jahangirpuri reported an AQI of 350, putting it in the 'Very Poor' category, while Nehru Park saw a reading of 254 ('Poor'). The increasing levels of pollutants have created unhealthy conditions for residents, prompting health warnings. (Picture credit: ANI)
Health hazards linked to rising pollution levels
The Central Pollution Control Board has warned that AQI in the 'Severe' category can severely impact those with pre-existing conditions and even healthy individuals. Prolonged exposure to 'Poor' and 'Very Poor' air quality can cause respiratory issues and breathing discomfort. (Picture credit: ANI
Toxic foam spreads on Yamuna river amid rising pollution
The increase in air pollution has been accompanied by visible toxic foam on the Yamuna River, particularly in the Kalindi Kunj area. This has raised concerns ahead of festivals like Chhath Puja, where people often bathe in the river. (Picture credit: ANI)
BJP slams AAP government for failing to address pollution
BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla attacked the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), accusing Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of spending funds meant for cleaning the Yamuna on advertisements. He further challenged Kejriwal to take a dip in the polluted river, criticizing his failure to deliver on promises to clean it by 2025. (Picture credit: ANI)
AAP responds, calls for collective action on pollution crisis
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai fired back at the BJP, accusing the party of inaction. He pointed to the BJP-led governments in Haryana, UP, and Rajasthan, accusing them of being inactive in tackling the pollution crisis. Rai emphasized that pollution is a national issue requiring cooperation from all political parties. (Picture credit: ANI)
Anti-smog vehicle deployed to combat air pollution
In response to the alarming pollution levels, anti-smog vehicles have been deployed across Delhi, spraying water in key areas to curb airborne pollutants. This step is part of ongoing efforts to reduce smog and improve air quality in the national capital. (Picture credit: ANI)