Faridabad Chokes: AQI Crosses 500 Despite Light Rain, Gurugram Also Alarming

• Faridabad's air quality has severely deteriorated, with AQI frequently jumping from 300 to over 500 in mornings, making breathing difficult.
• Key areas like Sector 55 recorded AQI above 270, while Sectors 10, 17, 15, 41, 45, and 46 also experienced severe air pollution (AQI 200-238).
• Even light morning rain failed to clear the toxic air, indicating extreme levels of pollution in Faridabad and the broader Delhi NCR region.
• Gurugram's air quality, though slightly better than Faridabad, remains poor with average AQI between 150-220 and high PM2.5 levels.
• Residents are advised to wear masks, limit outdoor activities, and protect vulnerable groups like children and the elderly due to the alarming air quality.

Why It Matters: Faridabad faces severe air pollution with AQI over 500, light rain offered no relief, posing health risks.