Delhi's air quality dips to 'very poor' levels

India Oct 18, 2025

Delhi woke up to another day of "poor" air quality on Friday, with an AQI of 254 and thick haze making it hard to see far.
Ghaziabad had it even worse, hitting a "very poor" AQI of 324 for the third straight day—making it the region's most polluted spot.
Some areas in Delhi, like Anand Vihar and Wazirpur, also saw "very poor" readings.

Pollution could worsen after October 20

Breathing this air isn't great for anyone, but it's especially risky for kids, seniors, or anyone with health issues—it can trigger breathing problems.
The city has started Stage I of its anti-pollution plan: think anti-smog guns and water sprays on dusty roads.
But heads up—pollution could spike even more after October 20 thanks to Diwali firecrackers.