Delhi Chokes: 'Very Poor' AQI, Toxic Smog & Dense Fog Blanket City, Visibility Hit

• Delhi's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 391, remaining in the 'very poor' category due to persistent toxic smog and dense fog.
• Several areas like Akshardham and Anand Vihar hit 'severe' levels with AQI at 445, significantly reducing visibility.
• Other hotspots including ITO, Wazirpur, Rohini, and Patparganj also reported 'very poor' to 'severe' air quality.
• The National Capital Region (NCR) also faces high pollution, with Ghaziabad, Noida, and Gurugram reporting 'very poor' to 'severe' AQI.
• Dense fog and low temperatures are exacerbating the pollution crisis, with moderate fog predicted to continue for days.

Why It Matters: Delhi-NCR grapples with 'very poor' to 'severe' air quality, dense fog, and low visibility.