Delhi Air Pollution Worsens: AQI Crosses 400 in Several Areas, Noida Sector 62 Records Highest Pollution

New Delhi: People do not seem to be getting any relief from air pollution in Delhi-NCR. Even on the morning of Saturday, November 14, the air quality was recorded as very poor in the capital and surrounding areas. According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, the air quality index (AQI) in Noida's Sector-62 reached 442 at 7 am. At the same time, the pollution level in many areas of Delhi remains in the serious category. Due to continuously deteriorating air, people may have to face problems like breathing problems and eye irritation.

Which areas of Noida recorded the highest pollution?

The highest AQI of 442 was recorded in Sector-62 of Noida. The air quality index was 361 in Knowledge Park-V of Greater Noida, 355 in Ghodi Bachhera and 318 in Gaur Yamuna City. Whereas, 312 AQI was recorded in Knowledge Park-III and 313 in Sector-110. The situation was comparatively better in Sector-39, where AQI was recorded at 287.

In which areas of Delhi did AQI cross 400?

The air quality reached severe category at many monitoring stations in the capital Delhi. AQI was recorded at 419 at IIT Delhi and 414 at ITO. Apart from this, 395 AQI was recorded in Chandni Chowk, 390 in JNU and 381 in Anand Vihar. This figure was 348 at Terminal-3 of IGI Airport, 314 at Badarpur and 318 at Okhla Phase-2.

How dangerous is the severe category of AQI?

According to the Air Quality Index, AQI between 301 to 400 is considered very poor and between 401 and 500 is considered severe. Severe levels of pollution can affect even healthy people. At the same time, it can prove to be more dangerous for people suffering from asthma, respiratory and heart-related diseases. In such a situation, people need to avoid coming in contact with pollution and take health precautions.