Delhi Air Quality Remains 'Very Poor' Amid Political Blame Game

Published By DPRJ Universal | Published on Monday, 3 November 2025

Delhi's air quality index (AQI) remained in the 'very poor' category at 324, with slow winds and seasonal factors worsening pollution. Political leaders traded blame, with Congress urging urgent action and BJP criticizing Congress for delayed response and past governance failures.

Delhi's air quality continues to be in the 'very poor' category, with an AQI of 324 recorded on November 3, 2025. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) attributed the sustained pollution to slow wind speeds, which reduced the dispersion of pollutants. Most monitoring stations reported readings above 300, with some exceeding 350. The Air Quality Index categorizes 301-400 as 'very poor', posing significant health risks. Political leaders engaged in a blame game, with Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra urging immediate intervention from top officials and highlighting the health hazards faced by residents, especially children and the elderly. In response, Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva criticized Gandhi for her delayed response and pointed to past Congress-led governments as responsible for previous pollution crises, including crop burning in Punjab. The debate underscores the ongoing struggle to address Delhi's air pollution and the political tensions surrounding it.