Delhi AQI update: Air quality 'poor' in national capital
Kanishka Singharia
Published 16 May 2025, 07:26 AM IST The India Gate engulfed in a layer of dust, in New Delhi, Thursday, May 15, 2025. (PTI Photo/Atul Yadav)(PTI05_15_2025_000025A)(PTI)
Delhi woke up to a surge in air pollution levels on Friday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 249 in the area surrounding India Gate, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The AQI value falls under the 'poor' category, signaling a health concern for residents, especially those with respiratory issues, children, and the elderly.
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