New Delhi: Delhi's air quality improved marginally on Monday with the AQI recorded at 351, still in the ‘very poor’ category, while Wazirpur and Bawana areas remained in the 'severe' zone with AQI above 400.

The Air Quality Index (AQI) remained in the 'very poor' category on Monday, with the 24-hour average settling at 351, a slight improvement from 377 recorded on Sunday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

AQI levels are expected to drop further on Monday, with fewer farm fires across neighbouring states.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday called on neighbouring states to make collective efforts in solving vexing issues such as air pollution caused by stubble burning, and cleaning the Yamuna, and demanded a rise in the city's share of the river water.

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