Delhi residents are grappling with the issue of high air pollution even as the overall air quality improved slightly on November 14 and moved to ‘very poor’ range from ‘severe’ air quality index (AQI). According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)data at 6:15 AM, the national capital recorded an AQI of 386, a remarkable improvement from yesterday's 404.

Despite the improvement, many air quality monitoring stations recorded AQI in severe category. Among a total of 39 stations, 15 recorded air quality in ‘severe’ range with the Wazirpur, Bawana and Mundka being the worst performers. Best AQI was recorded in Lodhi Road which fell in ‘poor range.’

Centre’s Decision Support System (DSS) data indicated that transport emissions accounted for 19.8%, the highest share of all sources.

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