The Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC) on Monday announced the much-awaited polls to the state's 29 municipal corporations, including Mumbai. Elections will be held on January 15, and votes will be counted on January 16, said State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare
Delhi Chokes As AQI Crosses 350 Amid Dense Smog
Delhi Chokes As AQI Crosses 350 Amid Dense Smog
Delhi continued to battle hazardous air on Saturday, with AQI levels above 350 in multiple areas. Thick smog, low visibility and cold conditions added to residents' ongoing health concerns.
Delhi woke up to yet another day of toxic air on Saturday, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) over 350, categorizing it in the “very poor” category. Air pollution across Delhi-NCR continues to remain hazardous, offering little respite to residents already struggling with a cold wave.
A thick layer of toxic smog continued to engulf the national capital, with several areas recording hazardous pollution levels. According to CPCB data, the AQI stood at 372 in Dhaula Kuan, 358 in both Anand Vihar and Ghazipur, and 345 in ITO, all falling under the ‘Very Poor' category as visibility dropped and air quality remained a major concern.
Meanwhile, the ongoing cold wave gripping Delhi and nearby cities is compounding the crisis. The combination of low temperatures, fog, and high pollution levels is worsening public health conditions.
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The spike in pollution come days after authorities lifted the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage-III restrictions, which are implemented to tackle severe air quality levels.
But the relief was short-lived. On Thursday, Delhi's overall AQI climbed to 377 from 327 the previous day, reflecting a sharp deterioration within just 24 hours.
Despite worsening conditions, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) stated that Stage-III measures will only return if the AQI crosses 400, placing it in the “severe” category. Until then, officials will continue monitoring pollution levels without reinstating stricter curbs.
Delhi-NCR and several cities across North India, temperatures have dropped to minimum levels of 8 to 12 degrees Celsius.
A thick layer of haze blanketed the city from morning hours and returned in the evening, significantly reducing visibility on roads and contributing to slower traffic movement.
Health experts warn that breathing in such polluted air can have severe consequences, especially for children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory or cardiac conditions. They advise residents to stay indoors as much as possible, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, and step out only when necessary.
(With IANS inputs)
Source: ZeeNews
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The Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC) on Monday announced the much-awaited polls to the state's 29 municipal corporations, including Mumbai. Elections will be held on January 15, and votes will be counted on January 16, said State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare
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