Delhi AQI 'Severe': 18 Areas 400+, GRAP-3 Implemented Amid Fog

• Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' and neared 'severe' on Saturday, with the average AQI rising to 387 amidst dense fog.
• Eighteen areas in Delhi recorded AQI levels above 400, placing them in the 'severe' category, with Wazirpur being the most polluted at 443.
• Adverse weather conditions, including low wind speed and high humidity, are cited as reasons for the persistent pollution, trapping pollutants close to the ground.
• The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has formed an expert committee to address vehicular pollution, a significant contributor to the deteriorating air quality.
• Health officials recommend limiting outdoor activities for vulnerable populations due to the hazardous air quality in Delhi and NCR.

Why It Matters: Delhi's severe air pollution triggers GRAP-3, posing serious health risks.