Delhi's air turns 'severe' as smog chokes the city
Delhi's air quality has dropped sharply, with AQI numbers shooting past 450—well into the "severe" and "severe plus" zones.
Thick smog is now a daily reality, making it tough to breathe and even tougher to see outside.
Why should you care?
This spike in pollution means more health risks, putting residents at risk.
Schools have moved classes online, construction is paused, and trucks face new restrictions—but pollution from vehicles, waste burning, and uncovered sites keeps piling up.
Even though stubble burning by farmers has dropped a lot since 2022, enforcement gaps mean Delhi's air isn't getting much of a break.
What's making it worse?
December weather isn't helping: low winds and high humidity are trapping pollutants overnight.
So until stronger action kicks in (and maybe some wind), expect masks—and hazy skies—to stick around for a while.