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Delhi Air Quality Remains In ‘Very Poor’ Category, AQI At 313

Disha Rojhe
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Delhi Air Quality Remains In ‘Very Poor’ Category, AQI At 313
Delhi Air Quality Remains In 'Very Poor' Category, AQI At 313

On Thursday, January 22, 2026, New Delhi is experiencing a mix of persistent cold and significantly high pollution levels.

Air Quality Update

The city’s air quality remains a major concern, settling in the ‘Very Poor’ category.

  • AQI Reading: 313 (recorded by the CPCB).
  • Health Impact: This level is considered hazardous, particularly for children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory issues.
  • Pollution Hotspots: Specific areas like Anand Vihar (379), RK Puram (359), and Chandni Chowk (361) have reported even higher localized readings.

Current Weather Conditions

  • Temperature: The minimum temperature dropped to 6.3°C, which is 1.2 notches below the seasonal average. The maximum temperature is expected to reach approximately 25°C.
  • Humidity: Recorded at 100% as of 8:30 am.
  • Visibility: Moderate fog was reported in the morning, which is expected to persist during late-night and early-morning hours.

Forecast for Friday (Jan 23)

A shift in weather is expected tomorrow due to a western disturbance:

  • Rain & Thunder: The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Friday, forecasting light rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds.
  • AQI Relief: Rainfall and winds are anticipated to help clear pollutants and improve air quality over the weekend.