Delhi's pollution levels are escalating rapidly, with no respite expected. The city's air quality index (AQI) stood at 201 in the poor category at 5:30 am on Wednesday, October 15. The temperature was recorded at 19°C when the AQI was measured, according to the Early Warning System (EWS) for Delhi. This is a concerning development, especially with the forecast predicting further deterioration in the coming days.

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported that the 24-hour average AQI reading was 211 at 4 pm, with Anand Vihar retaining the top spot as the worst air quality area in Delhi. Other areas, including Wazirpur, Bawana, Mathura Road, and Dwarka, also reported high AQI levels. The situation is not limited to Delhi, with neighboring areas like Noida, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad

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