Delhi-NCR Continues To Choke Under Toxic Air As Air Quality Remains ‘Very Poor’

Last Updated:November 11, 2026, 06:14 IST

Delhi-NCR on Wednesday continued to choke under worsening air quality levels, with several monitoring stations across the city recording ‘very poor’ air quality index (AQI)

Delhi-NCR on Wednesday continued to choke under worsening air quality levels (PTI)

Delhi-NCR on Wednesday continued to choke under worsening air quality levels, with several monitoring stations across the city recording ‘very poor’ air quality index (AQI), posing grave health concerns for residents.

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 301 as of 5:05 AM on Wednesday, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category. While Ashok Vihar recorded an AQI of 294 (poor), the air quality index in Burari stood at 310 (very poor).

The AQI around IIT Delhi stood at 380, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category. While ITO recorded an AQI of 366 (very poor), the air quality at Lodhi Road was slightly  better at 241, remaining in the ‘poor’ category.

Instances of stubble burning in neighbouring states, including Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, along with firecracker emissions during Diwali on November 8, heightened concerns over pollution in the national capital.

Meanwhile, other locations also showed elevated pollution levels. The AQI in the Chandni Chowk area stood at 372, according to the CPCB. Narela, on the other hand, recorded an AQI of 256, falling in the ‘poor’ category.

Weather Forecast For Delhi-NCR

Delhi-NCR is expected to continue experiencing worsening air quality levels over the next few days, with no rain in sight and little change in mercury levels despite an approaching western disturbance.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted no rainfall in Delhi between November 10 and 15, indicating little relief from the toxic air.

The absence of rainfall increased the risk of pollutants becoming trapped in the atmosphere, prolonging pollution episodes across Delhi-NCR.

According to the weather body, Delhi-NCR is unlikely to see a drop in temperature over the next few days. While the maximum temperature is expected to remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius, the minimum temperatures are likely to hover between 14 and 17 degrees Celsius until November 15.

On Wednesday, November 11, the maximum temperature is expected to remain between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius, and minimum temperatures are likely to range from 14 to 16 degrees Celsius.

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What were the AQI levels recorded across various monitoring stations in Delhi-NCR?

According to the Central Pollution Control Board, Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 301, Burari hit 310, and IIT Delhi reached 380, all placing them in the ‘very poor’ category. Meanwhile, Ashok Vihar recorded 294 and Narela registered 256 in the ‘poor’ category, while Lodhi Road recorded a slightly better AQI of 241.

What factors contributed to the worsening air pollution in Delhi-NCR?

The worsening air quality and high pollution levels were heightened by stubble burning incidents in neighboring states like Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, combined with firecracker emissions during Diwali.

What is the weather and rainfall forecast for Delhi-NCR over the coming days?

The India Meteorological Department has predicted no rainfall in Delhi between November 10 and 15, which increases the risk of pollutants becoming trapped. Maximum temperatures are expected to remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius, with minimum temperatures hovering between 14 and 17 degrees Celsius.

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