Noida AQI Improves: Strong Winds Bring Relief, But Pollution Threat Looms

• Noida and Ghaziabad AQI improved to the orange zone due to strong winds, dispersing smog and improving visibility.
• GRAP-4 restrictions have been lifted, providing relief to construction and industrial activities.
• AQI values in Noida areas like Sector-125 (225) and Ghaziabad's Indirapuram (212) are now in the orange zone.
• Meteorological Department forecasts dense fog and high humidity for Dec 26-27, raising concerns about pollution resurgence.
• Experts warn the improvement might be temporary; vigilance, masks, and adherence to pollution norms are advised.

Why It Matters: Noida's air quality improved due to winds, lifting GRAP-4, but future fog poses a renewed pollution risk.