Delhi Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Severe' Category
Delhi's air quality worsened on November 2, 2025, with AQI reaching 421 in several areas, entering the 'Severe' category. The spike follows Saturday's 'Poor' category average. Authorities have implemented measures including banning older commercial vehicles and doubling parking fees to curb pollution.
On November 2, 2025, Delhi's air quality deteriorated sharply, with AQI levels touching 421 in areas like RK Puram and Rohini, placing them in the 'Severe' category according to the Central Pollution Control Board. This marks a significant increase from the previous day's citywide average of 245, which was in the 'Poor' category. Multiple monitoring stations across Delhi reported 'Severe' or 'Very Poor' air quality. In response, authorities have deployed water sprinklers and dust control measures. The Commission for Air Quality Management has banned entry of BS-III and below standard commercial vehicles not registered in Delhi. The New Delhi Municipal Council has doubled parking fees to discourage private vehicle use as part of Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan. The situation remains critical following Diwali, with pollution levels persistently high across the National Capital Region.
