Delhi gasps for breath as AQI remains 'very poor'

November 17, 2019 10:36

The overall air quality in Delhi continued to remain in 'very poor' category for the second consecutive day on Sunday, according to System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR).

The overall Air Quality Index in the national capital was recorded at 365 which falls under 'very poor' category.

The AQI between the range of 51 to 100 is considered as satisfactory; 101-200 is moderate; 201-300 falls under the category of poor.

While 300-400 is considered as 'very poor', levels between 401-500 fall under the 'hazardous category'.

The AQI recorded in Lodhi Road in Delhi was 218 (PM 2.5) and 217 (PM 10) on Sunday morning.

Mathura Road recorded a figure of 304, IIT Delhi docked at 324 and Airport Terminal 3 at 315.

The spike in air pollution in the national capital is primarily due to insufficient rainfall and low wind speed.

Residents of Delhi have been badly affected by the poor air quality.

Locals especially the middle-aged people complained of breathless and fatigue and have urged the government to take requisite measures to combat the menace. -- ANI

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