Delhi-NCR Chokes: AQI Nears 'Severe' as Fog Blankets Region; IMD Issues Orange Alert

• Delhi-NCR's average AQI hit 390, nearing 'severe' category, with Anand Vihar at 457 and Noida at 419.
• IMD issued an 'Orange Alert' for 'very dense fog', severely reducing visibility and advising against morning travel.
• GRAP-3 restrictions are strictly enforced, banning non-essential construction and implementing 'No PUC, No Fuel'.
• Vehicular emissions (16.22%) and industrial units (8.4%) are major pollution contributors.
• No relief expected for 7 days due to low wind speeds and falling temperatures trapping pollutants.

Why It Matters: Delhi-NCR faces a severe air pollution and dense fog crisis, with no immediate relief expected.