What is Delhi's air quality index today, January 6, 2026?

Delhi's air quality index (AQI) on January 6, 2026, is 293, which falls into the 'poor' category.

Which area in Delhi has the worst air quality?

Chandni Chowk recorded the worst air quality in Delhi, with an AQI of 352, classified as 'very poor'.

How long will Delhi's air quality remain poor?

The Air Quality Early Warning System forecasts that Delhi's air quality will remain in the poor to very poor range for the next six days.

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Delhi Chokes: Air Quality Plunges to 'Poor'

6 Jan

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Delhi's air quality is 'poor' with an AQI of 293 on Tuesday.
Chandni Chowk recorded the highest AQI at 352, classified as 'very poor'.
Air quality is expected to remain poor to very poor for the next six days.

Delhi Chokes: Air Quality Plunges to 'Poor'

Delhi's air quality remained in the 'poor' category on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 293. Data from the Central Pollution Control Board indicated that Chandni Chowk reported the worst air quality at 352, which is classified as 'very poor'.

Currently, 20 stations in the city are showing 'very poor' air quality, while 15 are in the 'poor' category. The Air Quality Early Warning System predicts this trend will continue, with Delhi's air expected to stay within the poor to very poor range for the upcoming six days.

Meanwhile, the weather offered little respite, with shallow fog observed in parts of the capital. The minimum temperature recorded was 7.6 degrees Celsius, slightly above the seasonal average, and relative humidity stood at 100% in some areas.

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