The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi and its National Capital Region reported varied air quality levels on Friday morning, with several areas falling into the ‘Poor’ category with the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) 2 norms already in place.

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital stood at 292 as of 8 am today.

In south-west Delhi’s RK Puram, the AQI was recorded at 316, while Patparganj reported 323. Other areas such as Bawana (347), Burari (334), Ashok Vihar (320), and Jahangirpuri (348) continued to register ‘Very Poor’ readings. The ITO area also reported 316, while the India Gate zone was recorded at 254.

Air quality near AIIMS was measured at 295, while pollution levels around Akshardham Temple and Ana

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