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Moneycontrol13-12-2025, 09:52

Smog engulfs Delhi, AQI 'severe'; airport issues advisory

  • Delhi-NCR is covered in smog, with many areas recording 'severe' air quality index (AQI).
  • The AQI in Delhi worsened throughout the week, reaching 390 on Saturday morning.
  • Delhi airport issued an advisory due to low visibility, urging passengers to contact airlines.
  • Experts attribute the decline in air quality to unfavorable weather conditions like low wind speeds and high moisture.
  • Transport is identified as the largest contributor to Delhi's air pollution at 16.5%.

Why It Matters: Delhi's severe air quality poses immediate health risks and disrupts daily life.

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