New Delhi : The national capital woke up to a blanket of toxic smog on Thursday, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting 399 at 9 am in the “very poor” category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Air quality showed no improvement from Wednesday, when the AQI was 392 at 9 am and 4 pm.

Thick smog continued to engulf several parts of the city, severely reducing visibility and heightening health concerns. At India Gate, the AQI touched 400, landing in the “very poor” range, as per CPCB data. Show Full Article

Pollution levels were even worse in some areas: Akshardham recorded an AQI of 420, while Dhaula Kuan stood at 423, both categorised as “severe”. ITO matched India Gate at 400 in the “very poor” range. Meanwhile, Moti Bagh and Punjabi Bagh recorded one o

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