After weeks of persistent air pollution, Delhi’s air quality has seen some improvement, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) now categorised as ‘moderate’. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recorded the AQI at 183 as of 7 am on Friday, marking a notable shift from the hazardous air quality observed in the previous weeks.

The AQI of 183, classified under the ‘moderate’ category, was recorded across various parts of the city, including Chandni Chowk, ITO, Okhla Phase 2, and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Other areas such as Patparganj, Aya Nagar, Lodhi Road, and IGI Airport (T3) also reported moderate air quality, with AQI levels ranging between 115 and 195. However, some regions like Anand Vihar, Wazirpur, and RK Puram still recorded higher pollution levels, with AQI figures in the ‘poor’ category, surpassing the 200 mark.