Delhi Chokes on 'Very Poor' Air; Dense Fog, Light Rain Forecast, AQI to Worsen

• Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with an AQI of 388, marginally improved from 401.
• IMD predicts dense fog for Wednesday and light rain on New Year's Day.
• AQI is expected to reach 'severe' on Dec 31 and Jan 1, remaining 'very poor' for six subsequent days.
• Unfavourable ventilation and low wind speeds hinder pollutant dispersion.
• Delhi transport (15.3%) and NCR districts like Jhajjar (18.2%) are major pollution contributors.

Why It Matters: Delhi faces 'very poor' air, dense fog, and impending rain, with AQI set to worsen.