Delhi weather: National Capital witnesses clearer skies but winter intensifies, air quality remains ‘very poor’ with 342 AQI
Days after implementation of all actions under GRAP Phase-IV in Delhi-NCR by the Commission on Air Quality Management (CAQM), Delhi’s air continues to remain under ‘very poor’ or ‘severe’ conditions.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) around the ITO zone was recorded at 374 on Wednesday morning and is classified as ‘very poor’ according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Similar pollution conditions were observed at India Gate, where the AQI was recorded at 354, according to CPCB data, placing it in the “very poor” category.
Delhi government’s initiative to fight pollution
The Delhi Cabinet on Tuesday, under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, approved a series of important decisions to strengthen the capital’s fight against pollution and improve environmental management.
As a step to combat pollution and improve air quality in the national capital, the Cabinet has approved allocation of Rs. 100 crore for rejuvenation of water bodies under Delhi government. There are approximately 1,000 water bodies in Delhi, 160 of which fall under the jurisdiction of the Delhi Government.
Announcing the results of the cabinet meeting, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said these initiatives will ensure “a decisive reduction in sources of air and water pollution, while creating a cleaner, more sustainable urban environment”. “Rejuvenation of Delhi’s water bodies will play a crucial role in pollution control. The Prime Minister has directed to provide all possible financial support to complete this work within a year,” Sirsa said. he added.
Winter continues to dominate North Indian cities with dense fog
The weather continued to be harsh in other parts of north India due to dense fog and cold waves.
Ambala in Haryana faced dense fog and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert in the region. The weather agency predicted the minimum temperature to be 11°C.
In Uttar Pradesh, many cities, including Ayodhya and Kanpur, faced dense fog as the cold wave concentrated in the city. IMD predicted the minimum temperature to be 11°C and issued a yellow alert.
