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Delhi-NCR Air Quality Crosses 400 Amid Rising Pollution Concerns
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 01:37 PM
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Air quality in Delhi-NCR has deteriorated significantly, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeding 400 in several areas ahead of Diwali. This marks a worrying trend of rising pollution levels in the region.
The air quality in the National Capital Region (NCR), including Noida and Delhi, has become severely polluted, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) surpassing the 400 mark in multiple locations. This alarming rise in pollution levels is a significant cause for concern, particularly as it precedes the Diwali festival.
The deteriorating air quality indicates a substantial increase in harmful pollutants, making the atmosphere unhealthy for residents. The situation highlights the ongoing environmental challenges faced by the region, with pollution levels consistently rising.
Authorities are monitoring the situation as the AQI in several parts of Delhi and Noida has entered the 'severe' category, posing health risks to the public.
The deteriorating air quality indicates a substantial increase in harmful pollutants, making the atmosphere unhealthy for residents. The situation highlights the ongoing environmental challenges faced by the region, with pollution levels consistently rising.
Authorities are monitoring the situation as the AQI in several parts of Delhi and Noida has entered the 'severe' category, posing health risks to the public.