Delhi's air quality reaches severe levels, Priyanka Gandhi raises alarm
What's the story
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has raised alarm over the worsening air quality in Delhi, calling it an "awful situation." She urged immediate action from the central and state governments. The national capital's Air Quality Index (AQI) has reached severe levels in several areas, with Wazirpur and Anand Vihar recording readings above 400.
Collective effort
Vadra urges collective action to tackle pollution crisis
In a post on X, Vadra emphasized the need for collective action to tackle the pollution crisis. She said, "It's really about time all of us get together regardless of our political compulsions and do something about it." The Congress leader also highlighted vulnerable groups like children and senior citizens who are most affected by respiratory issues due to poor air quality.
Weather impact
CPCB reports 'very poor' air quality in Delhi
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported that Delhi's air quality slipped to very poor due to fog and low wind speed. This prevented the dispersion of pollutants, leading to an AQI of 377 at 7:00am on Sunday. Wazirpur and RK Puram were among the most polluted areas with AQI readings of 432 and 425, respectively.
Political appeal
Vadra tags PM Modi, Delhi CM Gupta in post
Vadra tagged Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, and Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav in her post. She urged them to take immediate steps to tackle the pollution crisis. The Congress leader said she would support any actions taken by the government in this regard.
Twitter Post
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's post on X
Returning to the Delhi air from Wayanad first, then Bachwara in Bihar is truly shocking. The pollution enveloping this city is like a grey shroud thrown over it.
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) November 2, 2025
It’s really about time all of us get together regardless of our political compulsions and do something about it. The…
Pollution mitigation
Cloud seeding trials planned to improve air quality
The Delhi government is planning cloud seeding trials to induce rain and improve air quality. However, previous attempts have failed due to low moisture content in clouds. Stubble burning in neighboring states, vehicular emissions, and construction activities are major contributors to the city's pollution. Currently, restrictions under the second stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) are in place in Delhi.