Delhi's Air Quality Hits 'Very Poor' Levels

• Delhi is grappling with alarming air quality levels, with the AQI recorded at 336 at 7 AM, slightly better than the previous day's peak of over 350.
• Despite the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)-II implementation, the situation worsened, with AQI dipping to 354 by Wednesday 8 AM.
• Some areas like Anand Vihar reported AQI levels exceeding 400, classified as 'severe'.
• Stubble burning and local pollution sources are major contributors, with PM2.5 levels rising throughout the day.
• Forecasts predict 'very poor' to 'severe' air quality for the next six days, with no major improvement expected.

Source: Business News India, The Times Of India, Mint, Hindustan Times