There is no hope of getting relief from smog and air pollution in the national capital. The situation of air pollution is becoming more serious every day. Even on Wednesday, Delhiites did not get respite from pollution. There was a thick blanket of fog here. The air quality index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 354 which is in the “very poor” category. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented the second phase of the anti-pollution scheme GRAP. According to real-time air quality data provided by the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), the air quality index was recorded at 354 around 7 am.
A local living on Lodhi Road said, “Pollution has increased in the last two days. We have to give up our morning walks at times… Difficulty in breathing has become common… It It is necessary to stop and take precautionary measures before the diseases increase… Burning of stubble is the reason for this, pollution caused by vehicles is also the reason for this… The situation will get worse after Diwali…”
Smog seen here
Smog was seen in many parts of the national capital, including India Gate, Aerocity, Lodhi Road, AIIMS and Akshardham Temple. Talking about the problems caused by poor air quality, Dharamraj, who regularly cycles on duty, says, “We come here daily to cycle. But due to pollution, we are now facing some problems. Today, the It is painful, there is a burning sensation in the chest… All the leaders and politicians will have to look into this problem.
According to a release from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, “As per the dynamic models and forecasts for weather/meteorological conditions and air quality provided by IMD/IITM, adverse meteorological and climatic conditions are likely to occur in the coming days.” Delhi’s daily average AQI is likely to be in the ‘very poor’ category (AQI 301-400).”
The CAQM sub-committee decided that all actions under Phase II of GRAP for ‘very poor’ air quality should be implemented by the concerned agencies in NCR. This is to prevent the air quality from deteriorating further.
