Delhi Air Quality Improves Slightly, Remains in 'Poor' Category

Published By DPRJ Universal | Published on Friday, 31 October 2025

Delhi's air quality improved slightly on Friday morning, with the AQI at 268 in the 'poor' category, down from 'very poor' the previous day. Many areas saw clearer skies, but some regions still reported 'very poor' air. Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan remains in effect, with measures like doubled parking fees and restrictions on commercial vehicles.

Delhi experienced a slight improvement in air quality on Friday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 268, placing it in the 'poor' category according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). This is an improvement from the previous day, when the AQI was 352, categorized as 'very poor'. Many areas in the city reported clearer skies and better visibility. Monitoring stations such as Anand Vihar, Aya Nagar, and Punjabi Bagh recorded AQI values in the 'poor' range, while CRRI Mathura Road, Chandani Chowk, and Lodhi Road reported 'moderate' air quality. However, several locations including Alipur, Ashok Vihar, and Wazirpur still experienced 'very poor' air quality. The city continues to face challenges post-Diwali, with AQI levels fluctuating between 'poor' and 'very poor'. Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is in effect, prompting measures such as doubling parking fees and restricting entry of non-BS-VI compliant commercial vehicles. The Delhi government has also conducted cloud seeding operations to manage air quality.