Delhi AQI Level Today: Anand Vihar most polluted, Wazirpur close behind

The AQI reading is categorised as Good (0-50), Satisfactory (51-100), Moderately Polluted (101-200), Poor (201-300), Very Poor (301-400), and Severe (401-500). Thus, higher the AQI reading, the unhealthier it gets to breathe.

The 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) reading 211 at 4 pm as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Anand Vihar was retained the top spot from Tuesday in the worst air quality on Tuesday, followed by Wazirpur.

NCR AQI

The AQI in other areas of the National Capital Region was no better. The AQI in Noida had worsened to 369 at 7 am, jumping from 228 at 5 am. A layer of smog could be seen hanging around the city.

Ghaziabad was in the 320-325 region between 5 am and 7 am. The Faridabad AQI  steadily rose from 252 at 5 am to 267 at 7 am.

Owing to the rising pollution, The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas imposed Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-1).

 Delhi AQI forecast

The EWS forecast says the Delhi AQI will be 346 on October 17 evening. This means that some areas are likely to have an AQI well beyond 350 during that time.

Delhi AQI Forecast: The EWS forecast says the Delhi AQI will go well beyond 340 on October 17.

MOST POLLUTED LOCALITIES OF DELHI

Residents in zones where the AQI is high are advised to wear masks and stay indoors as much as possible to avoid breathing in the toxic air. Health experts also advise to avoid outdoor walking, jogging, or exercising due to the presence of pollutants in the air.