Noida, Nov 4 || The Air Quality Index (AQI) in several areas of Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad has exceeded 400, placing it in the “severe” category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB).
In Delhi, Alipur recorded an AQI of 420, Anand Vihar 403, and Ashok Vihar 370, while Bawana and Burari Crossing also had levels above 390.
In Delhi-adjacent Noida, Sector 125 recorded 345, Sector 116 had 357, and Sector 62 had 323 AQI levels.
The situation in Ghaziabad was even more worrying, with Loni recording an AQI of 420, Vasundhara 389, Sanjay Nagar 360, and Indirapuram 334.
These figures indicate that the overall air quality in Delhi-NCR ranges from “very poor” to “severe”.
Experts warn that prolonged exposure to such polluted air can aggravate respiratory problems, cause eye irritation, and increase the risk of lung infections. Children, the elderly, and asthma patients have been advised to take special precautions.