Favorable Weather Conditions, Rain Help Improve Air Quality in the Capital
March 15, 2025: Delhi residents breathed the cleanest air in three years on Saturday, March 15, as the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) dropped to 85—the lowest recorded for the January to March period since 2022. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) hailed the improvement, marking it as the first “Satisfactory” air quality day of 2025.
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AQI Levels Across Delhi
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📊 According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB):
- Anand Vihar AQI: 80
- Alipur AQI: 48 (Recorded as “Good”)
AQI Categories:
- 0-50 → Good ✅
- 51-100 → Satisfactory ✅
- 101-200 → Moderate ⚠️
- 201-300 → Poor ❌
- 301-400 → Very Poor 🚨
- 401-500 → Severe 🚨🚨
Delhi’s rainfall, strong winds, and favorable weather played a crucial role in reducing pollution levels.
GRAP Stage 1 Restrictions Lifted
With air quality improving significantly, the Graded Action Response Plan (GRAP) Stage-1 restrictions—which curb construction activities, waste burning, and diesel vehicle use—were revoked by CAQM.
🔹 Why?
- Favorable meteorological conditions helped improve air quality.
- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts satisfactory to moderate AQI in the coming days.
The government has also urged agencies to sustain the improved air quality and prevent a return to “Poor” category levels.
Weather Update: Rain and Thunderstorms Expected
🔹 Delhi Forecast for March 16:
☁️ Cloudy skies
🌧️ Light rain expected
🌡️ Max temp: 32°C | Min temp: 17°C
🔹 Weather in Other States:
- Punjab, Haryana, UP, Rajasthan → Light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms on March 15-16.
- North Karnataka (Kalaburagi) → Heat wave alert issued after Ainapur Hobli recorded 42.8°C.
Key Takeaways
✅ Delhi records cleanest air in three years with AQI 85.
✅ First “Satisfactory” air quality day of 2025 declared.
✅ GRAP Stage 1 restrictions lifted due to improved conditions.
✅ Rain and strong winds expected to maintain air quality levels.
✅ Heat wave warning for parts of Karnataka as temperatures soar past 42°C.
💬 What do you think? Can Delhi maintain this air quality? Let us know in the comments!
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