Air pollution bulletin: Delhi likely to see ‘poor’ air quality; Mumbai, Hyderabad in ‘good’ category

Some of the city’s most polluted areas include Anand Vihar, which recorded an AQI of 231, Mundka at 273, Loni at 201, and the Delhi Institute of Tool Engineering, where levels reached 243. While air pollution is escalating, the skies are expected to remain clear, with winds from variable directions blowing at a speed of 8-12 km/h on Friday.

There are six categories of AQI, namely ‘Good’ (0-50), ‘Satisfactory’ (50-100), ‘Moderately polluted’ (100-200), ‘Poor’ (200-300), ‘Very Poor’ (300-400), and ‘Severe’ (400-500). As cities across India experience varying levels of air quality, the sharp contrast between Delhi’s severe pollution and the relatively clearer skies in places like Mumbai and Hyderabad underscores the urgent need for effective urban pollution control measures.

What is the air quality in other major cities today?

‘Moderate’: Kolkata and Patna

Kolkata’s air quality remains in the “Moderate” category with an AQI of 161, unchanged from the previous day. While this level is not critically harmful, it poses potential risks for individuals sensitive to air pollution.

Patna is also experiencing moderate pollution, with an AQI of 103.

‘Satisfactory’: Bengaluru, Pune, Ahmedabad, and Lucknow

According to the AQI bulletin, Bengaluru’s air quality is expected to remain in the “Satisfactory” category for the next two days, with the current AQI reading at 59 between 10 and 11 AM.

Similarly, Ahmedabad’s AQI stands at 62, and Lucknow’s at 87 this morning. The bulletin also reports that Ahmedabad’s air quality is likely to stay in the “Satisfactory” range for the next two days.

‘Good’: Mumbai and Hyderabad

The air quality is expected to remain in the “Satisfactory” category over the next two days, according to the latest bulletin. Currently, Mumbai’s AQI stands at 50, indicating “good” air quality. The weather department forecasts partly cloudy skies with a chance of drizzle across the city and suburbs on Friday.

Similarly, Hyderabad is recording an AQI of 40, also classified as “good,” reflecting minimal air pollution in the morning. This promises a healthier environment for residents. The IMD reports light to moderate rainfall for the city, offering a refreshing break from pollution levels typical in other urban areas.